adv-improve-codebase-architecture

To identify shallow modules for refactoring, scan your codebase structure to detect architectural friction and module leakage. This process highlights components that are difficult to test or navigate, pinpointing exact consolidation candidates requiring interface hardening.

You can visualize architectural refactoring opportunities by generating self-contained HTML reports. These reports feature Mermaid diagrams and before/after visualizations that clearly communicate deepening candidates and structural leakage across your codebase seams.

Architectural deepening is a software engineering refactoring technique that consolidates shallow modules into deep, maintainable components. It improves testability and module locality by hardening interfaces and applying specific domain vocabulary and architectural principles.

To refactor code for improved testability and module locality, apply a structured grilling loop to refine designs, update domain models, and record architectural decisions. This ensures shallow components transform into hardened, maintainable modules.

Yes, architectural scanning requires adherence to specific domain vocabulary and architectural principles defined within your project context. This ensures the analysis accurately evaluates module depth and identifies valid deepening opportunities.

The best way to communicate refactoring candidates is by sharing self-contained HTML reports. These visual reports use Mermaid diagrams to illustrate before/after architectural states, making deepening opportunities clear for team alignment.