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RFC: [Feature Name/Title]

<!-- Replace [Feature Name/Title] with a clear, concise title that describes your proposal. Good examples: "Observability System for Motia Framework", "Multi-tenant Workspace Support" -->

Status

  • RFC Date: YYYY-MM-DD <!-- Date you're submitting this RFC -->
  • Status: Draft <!-- One of: Draft, Final Comment Period, Accepted, Rejected, Implemented -->
  • Authors: [Your Name] <!-- Add co-authors if applicable -->
  • Reviewers: [Leave blank - will be assigned] <!-- Reviewers will be assigned during the process -->

Summary

<!-- Write a clear, concise summary (2-3 sentences) of what you're proposing. This should be understandable by someone who isn't familiar with the technical details. Example: "This RFC proposes implementing an observability system for Motia that provides comprehensive tracing and real-time monitoring through an intuitive horizontal timeline interface." -->

[Provide a clear 2-3 sentence summary of your proposal here]

Background

<!-- Explain the current state and why this change is needed. Include: - What currently exists (if anything) - What problems users are experiencing - Why existing solutions are insufficient - What pain points this addresses Be specific with examples where possible. -->

Currently, Motia [describe current state]...

However, users face challenges with:

  • [Problem 1 with specific examples]
  • [Problem 2 with specific examples]
  • [Problem 3 with specific examples]

Goals

Primary Goals

<!-- List the main objectives this RFC aims to achieve. Be specific and measurable where possible. Use action verbs and focus on user/developer benefits. -->
  1. [Goal 1]: [Specific description of what success looks like]
  2. [Goal 2]: [Specific description of what success looks like]
  3. [Goal 3]: [Specific description of what success looks like]

Secondary Goals

<!-- Optional: List nice-to-have objectives that aren't critical for the first implementation. These might be addressed in future iterations. -->
  1. [Secondary Goal 1]: [Description]
  2. [Secondary Goal 2]: [Description]

Non-Goals

<!-- Explicitly state what this RFC is NOT trying to solve. This prevents scope creep and sets clear boundaries. -->
  • [What this RFC explicitly does not address]
  • [Related problems that will be solved separately]

Architecture Overview

<!-- Provide a high-level view of your solution. Include diagrams, code examples, or mockups where helpful. Break this into logical subsections as needed. -->

High-Level System Architecture

<!-- 
Include ASCII diagrams, mermaid diagrams, or describe the architecture clearly.
Show how different components interact.
-->

Data Flow Architecture

<!-- 
Show how data moves through the system.
Include key decision points and transformations.
-->

Detailed Design

<!-- Dive into the technical details of your proposal. This section should be comprehensive enough for someone to implement your design. Break into subsections as needed. -->

1. Data Models

typescript
// Include TypeScript interfaces, types, or other code examples
// that show the structure of your solution

interface ExampleInterface {
  // Add detailed type definitions
}

2. API Design

<!-- If your RFC includes new APIs, show: - Endpoint definitions - Request/response examples - Rate limiting considerations -->

3. User Interface Changes

<!-- If your RFC affects the UI: - Include mockups or wireframes - Describe new user workflows - Show before/after comparisons - Consider mobile responsiveness -->

4. Configuration

<!-- If your feature requires configuration: - Show configuration file examples - Document environment variables - Explain default behaviors -->

Examples

<!-- Provide concrete examples of how your feature will work. Use realistic scenarios that users will relate to. Show input/output examples, code snippets, or UI workflows. -->

Example 1: [Scenario Name]

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// Show code examples or configuration

Example 2: [Another Scenario]

// Show command-line examples or API calls

Integration Points

<!-- Describe how your feature integrates with existing Motia components. Consider: - API changes or extensions - UI component modifications - Configuration changes -->

1. [Existing Component/System 1]

  • [How integration works]
  • [Changes required]
  • [Backward compatibility considerations]

2. [Existing Component/System 2]

  • [How integration works]
  • [Changes required]

Technical Considerations

<!-- Optional: Address important technical aspects that reviewers should consider. This helps anticipate potential issues and trade-offs. -->

Performance Impact

  • [Expected performance implications]
  • [Benchmarks or estimates where available]
  • [Mitigation strategies for any negative impacts]

Scalability Considerations

  • [How the solution scales with usage]

Compatibility and Migration

  • [Backward compatibility guarantees]
  • [Breaking changes (if any)]
  • [Migration path for existing users]
  • [Deprecation timeline (if applicable)]

Risk Assessment

  • [Potential failure scenarios and mitigation strategies]
  • [Dependencies on other teams/systems]

Alternatives Considered

<!-- Optional: Discuss alternative solutions you considered and why you chose this approach. This demonstrates thorough problem analysis and builds confidence in your solution. -->

Alternative 1: [Approach Name]

  • Pros: [Benefits of this approach]
  • Cons: [Drawbacks of this approach]
  • Decision: [Why this wasn't chosen]

Alternative 2: [Approach Name]

  • Pros: [Benefits of this approach]
  • Cons: [Drawbacks of this approach]
  • Decision: [Why this wasn't chosen]

Testing Strategy

<!-- Describe how you plan to test your implementation. Include unit tests, integration tests, and user acceptance criteria. -->

Unit Testing

  • [Components that need unit tests]
  • [Testing frameworks to use]

Integration Testing

  • [Integration points to test]
  • [Test scenarios and edge cases]

User Acceptance Testing

  • [How success will be measured]
  • [User feedback collection methods]

Success Metrics

<!-- Define how you'll measure success. Include measurable criteria for both technical implementation and user/business impact. -->

Technical Success

  • [Performance Goal]: [Target and measurement method]
  • [Quality Goal]: [Target and measurement method]

Future Considerations

<!-- Optional: Discuss potential future enhancements or related work. This shows long-term thinking and helps prevent short-sighted designs. -->
  • [Future enhancement 1]
  • [Future enhancement 2]
  • [Related work that might build on this]

Questions and Considerations

<!-- Optional: List open questions or areas where you'd like specific feedback. This helps guide the review process. -->
  • [Open question 1 for reviewers to consider]
  • [Open question 2 for reviewers to consider]
  • [Area where you'd like specific technical input]

Conclusion

<!-- Wrap up your RFC with a brief summary of the benefits and next steps. Reiterate why this proposal is important for Motia and its users. -->

[Summarize the key benefits of your proposal and why it should be implemented]

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