architecture-principles

Provide architectural recommendations and design patterns for maintainable software systems.

Updated Apr 12, 2026
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Skill: architecture-principles
Source: https://github.com/softmg/product-tracker/tree/main/.cursor/skills/architecture-principles
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/softmg/product-tracker --skill architecture-principles-softmg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides clear architectural standards and practical design patterns to eliminate ambiguity in system structure, reduce coupling, and improve maintainability, testability, and scalability across the codebase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Principles & Patterns: Explains SOLID principles, layered architecture, Repository/Service/Factory/Strategy patterns, and dependency injection best practices.
  • Organization & Boundaries: Recommends feature-based and layer-based folder structures, module boundaries, and dependency rules to avoid circular coupling.
  • Reviews & Decisions: Serves during new module design, architecture reviews, refactoring decisions, and planning for performance, configuration, and error handling.
  • Example: Use when designing a new microservice to define domain vs data layers, choose repository implementations, and outline DI and testing strategies.

Quick Start

Ask the architecture-principles skill to review a proposed module and produce a layered structure, interface contracts, and clear dependency boundaries.

Frequently Asked Questions about architecture-principles

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

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How do I organize folder structure and define dependency boundaries for a new software module?

To organize folder structure and define dependency boundaries, apply feature-based or layer-based structuring along with SOLID principles. This enforces module boundaries, prevents circular coupling, and clarifies domain versus data layer separation for maintainable systems.

What is the best way to apply SOLID principles and dependency injection during an architecture review?

The best way to apply SOLID principles and dependency injection during an architecture review is to evaluate interface contracts and module dependencies. This reduces coupling and verifies that Repository, Service, Factory, and Strategy patterns are implemented correctly.

When do I need layered architecture and design patterns like Repository or Strategy for my backend application?

You need layered architecture and design patterns like Repository or Strategy when separating domain logic from data access to improve testability. This approach structures dependency boundaries clearly, ensuring your backend application remains scalable and maintainable.

How do I plan error handling, configuration, and testing strategies for a new microservice?

To plan error handling, configuration, and testing strategies for a new microservice, define clear architectural standards and interface contracts first. This establishes dependency injection rules and structural boundaries to guide performance optimization and testing guidance.

Does this architecture review approach work for both web and backend applications?

Yes, this architectural review approach works for both web and backend applications. It provides design pattern recommendations and dependency rules that reduce coupling and improve maintainability across diverse software systems.