# Product Context

## Why mloda Exists

```mermaid
flowchart TD
    Problem[Data Engineering Challenges] --> Solution[mloda Framework]
    
    subgraph Challenges
        R[Redundant Work]
        C[Complex Dependencies]
        I[Inconsistent Management]
    end
    
    subgraph Solutions
        T[Transformations]
        A[Automation]
        U[Unified Tools]
    end
    
    Challenges --> Solution
    Solution --> Solutions
```

## Core Value
- **Reduces redundant work** through reusable transformations
- **Manages dependencies** automatically between features
- **Unifies tools** (catalogs, stores, versioning, lineage) into one solution

## User Experience
- Streamlined feature engineering
- Repeatable, reusable features
- Clear communication between users, engineers, and stewards
