architecture-review

Generate RFC and ADR templates and score tech debt for architecture reviews.

37|1|Updated Mar 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/saolalab/clawforce --skill architecture-review-saolalab
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Skill: architecture-review
Source: https://github.com/saolalab/clawforce/tree/main/marketplace/roles/cto/workspace/skills/architecture-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/saolalab/clawforce --skill architecture-review-saolalab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Helps teams evaluate architecture changes, document decisions, manage technical debt, and ensure consistent design reviews.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides a structured RFC template for proposing significant architecture changes.
  • Offers an ADR template to record and communicate design decisions.
  • Includes a comprehensive design review checklist covering scalability, reliability, security, observability, and cost.
  • Supplies a tech‑debt scoring framework to prioritize backlog items.
  • Use case: When introducing a new service, the skill guides creation of an RFC, runs the checklist, records an ADR, and scores related tech debt.

Quick Start

Ask the architecture-review skill to generate an RFC template for the proposed feature "User Profile Service".

Frequently Asked Questions about architecture-review

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

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How do I create an RFC for a new software service?

A design review checklist evaluates architecture proposals across scalability, reliability, security, observability, and cost. Applying this checklist ensures your design meets organizational standards and covers critical operational requirements before approval.

What is the best way to document architecture decisions?

The best way to document architecture decisions is using an ADR template to record and communicate design choices. This aligns documentation with organizational standards for consistent decision tracking and prioritization across teams.

How do I score and prioritize technical debt in my backlog?

You can score and prioritize technical debt using a dedicated tech-debt scoring framework. This framework evaluates outstanding issues and supplies a prioritized backlog, helping you manage debt alongside new architecture changes.

Can I integrate architecture reviews with my existing organizational standards?

Yes, you can align architecture documentation with your existing organizational standards. The process ensures consistent decision tracking and prioritization by applying a comprehensive design review checklist to evaluate proposed changes.