adr-init

To set up architecture decision records, this Skill automates the generation of directory structures and MADR 4.0 templates. It scaffolds your ADR documentation and integrates architectural decision-making guidance directly into your existing project files.

MADR 4.0 is a standard format for architecture decision records that this Skill uses to document pivotal design choices. It provides structured templates for recording decisions, ensuring compliance and promoting best practices in architectural decision making across development teams.

Yes, you can integrate architecture decision record guidance into existing project documentation. The Skill automatically adds ADR-related sections to project files like CLAUDE.md, README.md, CONTRIBUTING.md, and PR templates during scaffolding.

The best way to scaffold ADR directories across repositories is through automated initialization. This Skill generates consistent directory structures and MADR 4.0 templates, updating project documentation to ensure standardized architectural decision recording across your codebase.

You do not need any specific dependencies to initialize architecture decision records. The Skill operates independently to generate directory structures, templates, and documentation updates without requiring external libraries or tools.

You should not use automated scaffolding for architecture decision records if your project already maintains a custom or non-MADR 4.0 compliant documentation structure. The Skill standardizes directory layouts and templates, which may conflict with established bespoke documentation workflows.