arc42-section-11

Generate a prioritized risk register and debt backlog for arc42 Section 11.

20|3|Updated Nov 9, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/MSiccDev/arc42-toolkit --skill arc42-section-11
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Skill: arc42-section-11
Source: https://github.com/MSiccDev/arc42-toolkit/tree/main/skills/arc42-section-11
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MSiccDev/arc42-toolkit --skill arc42-section-11

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Interactively guides teams to document and manage risks and technical debt for arc42 Section 11, turning ADRs and debt into a structured, prioritized register and backlog.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pre-populates risks from Sections 9 and 10 ADRs and aspirational scenarios, highlighting candidates to formalize as RISK-xx entries.
  • Guides through risk categories (Architecture, Dependency, Security, Data, Integration, and Technical Debt) and generates a prioritized risk register with mitigation strategies.
  • Produces a concise backlog of debt items with planned remediation steps and traceability to ADRs and scenarios.

Quick Start

Begin arc42-section-11 by answering its questions to generate a prioritized risk register and debt backlog.

Frequently Asked Questions about arc42-section-11

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I document risks and technical debt for arc42 Section 11?

To document risks and technical debt for arc42 Section 11, interactively answer guided questions covering architecture, dependency, security, data, and integration categories to generate a prioritized risk register and debt backlog with mitigations.

What is a risk register in arc42 documentation?

A risk register in arc42 documentation is a prioritized list of identified risks and technical debt items, generated by formalizing candidates from ADRs and aspirational scenarios into structured entries with mitigation strategies and traceability.

Can I pre-populate arc42 risks from existing architecture decisions?

Yes, you can pre-populate arc42 risks directly from existing architecture decisions by extracting candidates from Sections 9 and 10 ADRs and aspirational scenarios, highlighting them for formalization as RISK-xx entries.

Does arc42 Section 11 documentation support different detail levels?

Yes, arc42 Section 11 documentation supports different detail levels including Lean, Essential, and Thorough, allowing teams to match the depth of their risk register and debt backlog to their specific project requirements.

How do I maintain ID stability for risks and technical debt in arc42?

To maintain ID stability for risks and technical debt in arc42, the documentation process enforces stable identifiers for RISK-xx entries, ensuring consistent traceability to ADRs and scenarios as the register evolves over time.