Core Concepts
Workbench
Visualize, test, and debug your Motia flows with the built-in development platform
Motia Workbench
Motia Workbench is a development platform that helps you build and debug your Motia flows. It serves as your control center where you can:
- Visualize flows as interactive diagrams
- Test steps directly in the UI
- Monitor real-time logs
- Debug issues
Getting Started
Start workbench by running:
npm run dev Running the dev command starts:
- Motia Server: Backend services and API endpoints
- Motia Workbench: Web interface at http://localhost:3000
- Development Mode: Auto-reloads when changes are made
Key Features
Flow Visualization
See your entire flow as an interactive diagram:
- Steps appear as connected nodes
- API endpoints are highlighted as entry points
- Event connections show data flow
- Click any step to see its details
Real-time Testing
Test your flows directly in the interface:
- Send test requests to API endpoints
- Monitor how events flow through steps
- Visualize step sequence execution
- Inspect data at each stage
Live Logs
Monitor your flow execution in real-time with structured logging and trace information.
Development Tools
- Hot Reload: Changes reflect immediately in the UI
- Error Handling: Detailed error messages with contextual debugging information
- State Inspector: Real-time monitoring of state management
New to Motia? Follow the quick start guide to get set up.
Need help? See our Community Resources for questions, examples, and discussions.