Architectural decision-making framework. Requirements analysis, trade-off evaluation, ADR documentation. Use when making architecture decisions or analyzing system design.
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npx mdskills install sickn33/architectureStrong architecture framework with excellent selective reading guidance and clear decision principles
"Requirements drive architecture. Trade-offs inform decisions. ADRs capture rationale."
Read ONLY files relevant to the request! Check the content map, find what you need.
| File | Description | When to Read |
|---|---|---|
context-discovery.md | Questions to ask, project classification | Starting architecture design |
trade-off-analysis.md | ADR templates, trade-off framework | Documenting decisions |
pattern-selection.md | Decision trees, anti-patterns | Choosing patterns |
examples.md | MVP, SaaS, Enterprise examples | Reference implementations |
patterns-reference.md | Quick lookup for patterns | Pattern comparison |
| Skill | Use For |
|---|---|
@[skills/database-design] | Database schema design |
@[skills/api-patterns] | API design patterns |
@[skills/deployment-procedures] | Deployment architecture |
"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication."
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npx mdskills install sickn33/architectureArchitecture Decision Framework is a free, open-source AI agent skill. Architectural decision-making framework. Requirements analysis, trade-off evaluation, ADR documentation. Use when making architecture decisions or analyzing system design.
Install Architecture Decision Framework with a single command:
npx mdskills install sickn33/architectureThis downloads the skill files into your project and your AI agent picks them up automatically.
Architecture Decision Framework works with Claude Code, Claude Desktop, Cursor, Vscode Copilot, Windsurf, Continue Dev, Codex, Gemini Cli, Amp, Roo Code, Goose, Opencode, Trae, Qodo, Command Code. Skills use the open SKILL.md format which is compatible with any AI coding agent that reads markdown instructions.