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To identify bounded contexts, map domain events, aggregates, and context maps to reduce coupling and clarify system responsibilities. This domain-driven design process defines clear service boundaries for maintainable microservices.

Document software architecture trade-offs by creating Architecture Decision Records that outline options, rationale, consequences, and reversibility. ADRs provide clear context for future maintainers evaluating system design choices.

Choose a modular monolith over microservices when balancing team size and operational needs against consistency and availability implications. Architecture selection depends on evaluating specific trade-offs to avoid overengineering and costly rewrites.

Create a staged migration plan by evaluating service split points, comparing consistency versus availability implications, and mapping bounded contexts. This staged approach emphasizes reversibility, observability, and maintainability throughout the rollout.

Event-driven architecture and CQRS suitability depends on your specific team capabilities, technical constraints, and operational needs. Architecture selection requires analyzing trade-offs between these patterns to ensure scalable and maintainable web services.