architecture-decisions

Document architecture decisions using Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) to capture forces, options, and consequences in a consistent, greppable format within your repository, preventing architectural amnesia and costly re-evaluations.

An Architecture Decision Record (ADR) is a structured document that standardizes technical decision context and reasoning. You need an ADR when making complex system design choices like migrating to microservices or switching from REST to GraphQL.

Analyze architectural trade-offs by evaluating available options against specific project forces and constraints, ensuring all consequences are documented within the ADR template for consistent long-term reference.

Standardize engineering documentation by drafting ADRs using a consistent template that captures decision context, forces, options, and consequences, ensuring records are greppable and stored directly within the repository.

ADRs should not be used for trivial engineering choices that lack meaningful trade-offs or long-term consequences, as the overhead of documenting forces and constraints outweighs the benefit of preserving technical context.

Yes, use architecture decision records to document the forces, options considered, final decision, and long-term consequences of switching from REST to GraphQL, ensuring the technical reasoning is preserved for future reference.