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====== ExLab LIMS: System Stack ======

ExLab is a custom Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) built for synthetic biology and high-throughput laboratory automation.

===== Core Technologies =====

^ Component ^ Technology ^
| **Programming Language** | OCaml 5.2 |
| **Web Framework** | Dream |
| **Database** | PostgreSQL |
| **UI Framework** | Vanilla JS / HTML5 / CSS3 |
| **Containerization** | Docker / Podman |
| **Infrastructure** | Google Cloud Platform |

===== Architectural Overview =====
  * **Type-Safe Backend:** Leveraging OCaml's strong type system to prevent common laboratory data entry errors and ensure chemical/biological consistency.
  * **RESTful API:** A fully versioned JSON API (v1) that allows lab automation equipment and liquid handlers to communicate directly with the LIMS.
  * **Stateless Design:** Ensures the system is robust, fast, and easy to upgrade without disrupting active lab sessions.
  * **PostgreSQL Storage:** All experimental data, sample tracking, and user management are stored in a centralized, high-performance relational database.