architecture

Skill

Architectural decision-making framework. Requirements analysis, trade-off evaluation, ADR documentation. Use when making architecture decisions or analyzing system design.

Files6
  • @skills/architecture/SKILL.md
  • @skills/architecture/context-discovery.md
  • @skills/architecture/examples.md
  • @skills/architecture/pattern-selection.md
  • @skills/architecture/patterns-reference.md
  • @skills/architecture/trade-off-analysis.md

Architecture Decision Framework

"Requirements drive architecture. Trade-offs inform decisions. ADRs capture rationale."

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FileDescriptionWhen to Read
context-discovery.mdQuestions to ask, project classificationStarting architecture design
trade-off-analysis.mdADR templates, trade-off frameworkDocumenting decisions
pattern-selection.mdDecision trees, anti-patternsChoosing patterns
examples.mdMVP, SaaS, Enterprise examplesReference implementations
patterns-reference.mdQuick lookup for patternsPattern comparison

🔗 Related Skills

SkillUse For
@[skills/database-design]Database schema design
@[skills/api-patterns]API design patterns
@[skills/deployment-procedures]Deployment architecture

Core Principle

"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication."
  • Start simple
  • Add complexity ONLY when proven necessary
  • You can always add patterns later
  • Removing complexity is MUCH harder than adding it

Validation Checklist

Before finalizing architecture:
  • Requirements clearly understood
  • Constraints identified
  • Each decision has trade-off analysis
  • Simpler alternatives considered
  • ADRs written for significant decisions
  • Team expertise matches chosen patterns