> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://hawkfi.gitbook.io/whitepaper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://hawkfi.gitbook.io/whitepaper/hawkfi-laboratory/hawkfi-laboratory.md).

# HawkFi Laboratory

Experiment with LP configurations against HODL and passive benchmarks before deploying real capital.

## What is HawkFi Laboratory

HawkFi Laboratory is the research layer for LP strategies, HawkFi Models, and custom configurations before deploying real capital.

Laboratory turns the manifesto into a practical workflow: choose an asset, choose a market window, simulate a strategy, compare it against HODL and passive benchmarks, then refine the model or configuration before live execution.

## Why use Laboratory?

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### Test Models

Backtest existing HawkFi Models or custom LP setups on real historical pool data before deploying capital.
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### Compare and optimize

Compare results against HODL and passive benchmarks, or use <mark style="color:$primary;">Optimize</mark> to find a model that fits the selected asset and regime.
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### Execute your winning formula into a model

Refine the setup, pick the model or configuration that fits the selected market, then use it as your starting point for live execution.
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### From backtest to execution

Once you find a Liquidity Providing setup that fits your pool, market view, and risk style, use it as your starting point for real execution.

[Move from Backtest to Live](/whitepaper/hawkfi-laboratory/move-from-backtest-to-live.md) explains the checks to make before turning a Laboratory result into a live setup.

## Laboratory modes

HawkFi Laboratory currently has one mode.

| Mode                                                                        | Use this when you want to                                                                                                                                                                                                                         | What you'll get                                                             |
| --------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [Liquidity Providing](/whitepaper/hawkfi-laboratory/liquidity-providing.md) | Backtest DLMM liquidity strategies, [HawkFi models](/whitepaper/hawkfi-solana/hawkfi-models.md), [automations](/whitepaper/hawkfi-solana/hawkfi-models/build-your-own-models.md), and custom model setups against passive LP and hold benchmarks. | Helps you prepare setups for the core [HawkFi DApp](https://www.hawkfi.ag/) |

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Backtests do not predict the future, but HawkFi Laboratory gives you a place to keep experimenting, refining, and comparing until you find the model or configuration you want to deploy.
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## Practical simulating tips

* Test the same pool, same time window, and same deposit amount when comparing setups.
* Do not judge a model or strategy from final PnL alone.
* Use pool behavior to guide strategy choice. Trending, ranging, high fee, and low fee pools can favor different setups.
* Treat a backtest as research, not a promise.
* Recheck live market conditions before deploying capital.

## Related Pages

* [Test an LP Setup](/whitepaper/hawkfi-laboratory/liquidity-providing.md)
* [Move from Backtest to Live](/whitepaper/hawkfi-laboratory/move-from-backtest-to-live.md)

## More Questions?

* Join our Discord for questions and discussion: <https://discord.com/invite/hawkfi>