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architecture-extract

Analyze project directory structures to generate architectural summaries.

157|28|Updated Feb 7, 2026
Search Tags:#architecture#data flow#system understanding#codebase analysis#pattern detection#module boundaries
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Fr-e-d/GAAI-framework --skill architecture-extract-fr-e-d
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Skill: architecture-extract
Source: https://github.com/Fr-e-d/GAAI-framework/tree/main/.gaai/core/skills/cross/architecture-extract
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Fr-e-d/GAAI-framework --skill architecture-extract-fr-e-d

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill translates complex raw project structures into a clear, understandable overview of the system's architecture, making it easier to grasp module boundaries, data flows, and relationships.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Module Boundary Analysis: Identifies distinct components and their responsibilities within the codebase.
  • Data Flow Mapping: Visualizes how data moves between different parts of the system.
  • Pattern Detection: Recognizes common architectural patterns like microservices, monoliths, or event-driven systems.
  • Use Case: After a codebase-scan, activate this Skill to get a high-level summary of your application's architecture, which is crucial for onboarding new developers or planning major refactors.

Quick Start

Activate the architecture-extract skill to analyze the current project structure and provide an architectural summary.

Frequently Asked Questions about architecture-extract

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I analyze a codebase directory structure to understand its architecture?▼

To analyze a codebase directory structure for architecture understanding, input the project tree and key file lists into the skill. It identifies module boundaries, maps data flows, and detects architectural patterns.

What is the best way to map data flows and module boundaries in a software project?▼

Mapping data flows and module boundaries is best achieved by processing raw project structures. This approach translates complex codebases into concise overviews of service relationships and component responsibilities.

Can I detect architectural patterns like microservices from a raw project tree?▼

Yes, architectural patterns like microservices, monoliths, or event-driven systems are detected by analyzing the provided codebase tree and key file lists, revealing underlying system design.

Does architecture extraction require specific dependencies or components to run?▼

Architecture extraction requires no specific dependencies or components to run. It operates directly on the input of codebase trees and key file lists to produce architectural summaries.

When do I need to extract architecture insights from my codebase?▼

You need to extract architecture insights after initial codebase scans to establish a foundational grasp of system design, which is crucial for onboarding new developers or planning major refactors.

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