DomainHive Framework

DomainHive Framework is an open-source, domain-specific framework designed to empower developers with a plug-and-play, modular architecture for niche markets such as IoT, mobile development, and microservices. Developed and maintained by Eclipse Softworks (ES), DomainHive Framework simplifies rapid prototyping, integration, and scalable application development by providing robust APIs, reusable components, and comprehensive documentation.

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Key Features
• Architecture
• Getting Started
  • Prerequisites
  • Installation
  • Project Structure
• Usage
• Documentation
• Contributing
• Roadmap
• License
• Contact

Overview

DomainHive Framework is designed to be a flexible, plug-and-play solution that accelerates the development of domain-specific applications. It offers:

• Robust APIs: Easily integrate with external systems using well-documented RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Modular Components: Independent, reusable modules that can be configured or replaced as needed.
• Comprehensive Documentation: Step-by-step guides, example projects, and a detailed wiki to help you get started quickly.
• Plug-and-Play Architecture: A core framework that minimizes boilerplate code and allows rapid prototyping and scaling.

By leveraging DomainHive Framework, teams can reduce time-to-market, maintain high code quality, and foster a community-driven ecosystem.

Key Features

• Robust API Layer:

  • Built-in support for RESTful and GraphQL endpoints.
  • Seamless integration with third-party services.

• Modular & Extensible:

  • Each module (authentication, logging, data processing, etc.) is self-contained with clear interfaces.
  • Easily add, remove, or update modules without impacting the overall system.

• Comprehensive Documentation:

  • Detailed usage guides and API references.
  • Example projects in the examples/ folder to demonstrate real-world applications.

• Scalable Architecture:

  • Designed for high scalability with continuous integration and delivery.
  • Compatible with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Community Focus:

  • Open contribution model with clear guidelines and active issue tracking.
  • Encourages collaboration and shared improvements.

Architecture

The DomainHive Framework is built using a modular architecture that includes:

• Core Module:
  Contains the fundamental APIs, configuration management, and utility functions.

• Modules Directory:
  Houses individual modules that can be integrated into projects as needed (e.g., authentication, logging, data connectors).

• Utilities:
  Common helper functions and scripts used across the framework.

• Documentation & Examples:
  Complete documentation (in docs/) and example projects (in examples/) to facilitate onboarding and showcase best practices.

This design enables independent development, testing, and deployment of each module while ensuring a unified and cohesive overall system.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Operating System: Windows 10 or later.
• Git: Git for Windows
• Node.js: Version 16 or above (if using JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Visual Studio Code: Recommended IDE for development.

Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/domainhive-framework.git
   cd domainhive-framework

2. Install Dependencies: If using Node.js:

   npm install

3. Run Initial Tests:

   npm test

Project Structure

domainhive-framework/
├── docs/                 # Documentation, architecture diagrams, and guides
├── examples/             # Example projects demonstrating framework usage
├── src/
│   ├── core/             # Core API and configuration modules
│   ├── modules/          # Independent, reusable modules (e.g., authentication, logging)
│   └── utils/            # Utility functions and helpers
├── tests/                # Unit and integration tests
├── .github/
│   ├── workflows/        # CI/CD configurations (GitHub Actions)
│   └── ISSUE_TEMPLATE.md # Issue template for bug reports and feature requests
├── README.md             # This file
├── CONTRIBUTING.md       # Guidelines for contributing
└── LICENSE               # Project license (MIT, Apache, etc.)

Usage

After installation, refer to the documentation in the docs/ folder for detailed guides on:

• Integrating Core APIs:
  Learn how to call API endpoints and customize configuration settings.

• Adding New Modules:
  Step-by-step instructions on how to develop and integrate new modules into the framework.

• Example Projects:
  Explore example applications in the examples/ folder to understand practical implementations.

Documentation

The full documentation is available in the docs/ directory and on the GitHub Wiki. It includes:

• API Reference
• Developer Guides
• Architecture Diagrams
• FAQ & Troubleshooting

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! Please check our CONTRIBUTING.md file for guidelines on how to:

• Report bugs or request features.
• Submit pull requests.
• Participate in discussions on GitHub Discussions.

Roadmap

Our planned milestones include:

• v1.0.0 (MVP):
  Core modules implementation, basic API support, and initial documentation.
• v1.1.0:
  Additional modules (e.g., advanced logging, analytics), enhanced testing suite, and CI/CD improvements.
• v2.0.0:
  Extended domain-specific modules, integration with container orchestration tools, and community-driven enhancements.

Check the ROADMAP.md file for more details.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Contact

For questions, support, or to contribute to DomainHive Framework, please reach out to us:

• Eclipse Softworks (ES) GitHub Organization: github.com/EclipseSoftworks
• Email: [email protected]

We look forward to building a dynamic, collaborative ecosystem around DomainHive Framework!

Happy coding and thank you for contributing to DomainHive Framework by Eclipse Softworks!