> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.constellationnetwork.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.constellationnetwork.io/network-fundamentals/development-stack/tessellation.md). # Tessellation The [Tessellation project](https://github.com/Constellation-Labs/tessellation) is the core protocol implementation of the Constellation Network. It defines the logic and infrastructure that powers the Hypergraph—the global Layer 0 responsible for consensus, snapshot processing, and coordination across all metagraphs. Tessellation also includes the foundational components needed to build, run, and connect metagraphs to the network. As the lowest-level implementation of the network, Tessellation acts as the foundation for higher-level tooling, including the [Euclid SDK](/metagraph-development/introduction.md), which simplifies metagraph development. While most developers will interact primarily with Euclid, Tessellation provides the underlying services, protocols, and consensus mechanics that enable scalable, decentralized applications to operate securely on the Constellation Network. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://docs.constellationnetwork.io/network-fundamentals/development-stack/tessellation.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.