Introduction

What is NetStacks?

NetStacks is a comprehensive network operations platform designed for modern network engineers. It combines a powerful terminal application with an enterprise controller to deliver a complete solution for managing network devices, automating configurations, and leveraging AI-powered assistance.

Whether you're managing a handful of devices or thousands across multiple data centers, NetStacks provides the tools you need to work efficiently and confidently.

Key Features

Terminal Application

• Multi-Tab & Split Panes - Work with multiple sessions simultaneously with flexible layouts
• AI-Powered Assistance - Get command suggestions, output analysis, and troubleshooting help
• Session Recording - Record and playback terminal sessions for documentation and training
• Multi-Send - Broadcast commands to multiple devices at once
• SFTP Integration - Built-in file browser for easy file transfers

Controller (Enterprise)

• Device Management - Centralized inventory with NetBox integration
• Credential Vault - Secure, encrypted storage for all credentials
• Configuration Templates - Jinja2-based templates with version control
• Stack Deployments - Deploy multi-service configurations atomically
• Scheduled Tasks - Automate backups, health checks, and deployments
• NOC Agents - AI agents that triage alerts and assist with incidents

Architecture Overview

NetStacks consists of two main components:

Terminal Application

A native desktop application built with Tauri (Rust + React) that provides a high-performance terminal emulator. The Terminal can operate in two modes:

• Standalone Mode - Connect directly to devices using local credentials and profiles
• Enterprise Mode - Connect through the Controller for centralized management and credential access

Controller

A server-side application built with Rust (Axum) that provides:

• REST API for all management operations
• PostgreSQL database with pgvector for AI embeddings
• SSH Certificate Authority for zero-standing-privilege access
• Admin UI for web-based management

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                     NetStacks Platform                       │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                              │
│   ┌──────────────┐          ┌──────────────────────────┐    │
│   │   Terminal   │◄────────►│      Controller          │    │
│   │  (Desktop)   │   API    │   ┌────────────────────┐ │    │
│   │              │   WSS    │   │    Admin UI        │ │    │
│   │  • SSH       │          │   └────────────────────┘ │    │
│   │  • SFTP      │          │   ┌────────────────────┐ │    │
│   │  • AI Chat   │          │   │   REST API         │ │    │
│   │  • Recording │          │   └────────────────────┘ │    │
│   └──────────────┘          │   ┌────────────────────┐ │    │
│                             │   │   PostgreSQL       │ │    │
│                             │   │   + pgvector       │ │    │
│                             │   └────────────────────┘ │    │
│                             └──────────────────────────┘    │
│                                        │                     │
│                                        ▼                     │
│                           ┌────────────────────────┐        │
│                           │   Network Devices      │        │
│                           │   (SSH / SNMP)         │        │
│                           └────────────────────────┘        │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Getting Help

If you need help with NetStacks, there are several resources available:

• Documentation - You're reading it! Browse the sidebar for detailed guides on all features.
• GitHub Issues - Report bugs or request features on our GitHub repository
• Email Support - Enterprise customers can reach out to support@netstacks.io