as-architecture-design

Generate architectural design documents from codebase analysis and structured Q&A sessions.

1|1|Updated Feb 24, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Thomas-Fitz/auto-scrum --skill as-architecture-design
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Skill: as-architecture-design
Source: https://github.com/Thomas-Fitz/auto-scrum/tree/main/skills/as-architecture-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Thomas-Fitz/auto-scrum --skill as-architecture-design

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires architect-agent, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a systematic approach to create comprehensive architectural design documents for software systems, improving the collaboration between humans and AI agents during development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Codebase Analysis: Automatically analyzes the existing codebase to extract relevant patterns and existing components.
  • Discovery Q&A: Facilitates structured communication with users to gather necessary context and gather answers for architecture decisions.
  • Design Decisions: Generates design decisions based on existing patterns and proposes new patterns when applicable.
  • Documentation: Writes an architecture design document using a template that captures all necessary information for future reference.
  • Compliance Validation: Performs a compliance check to ensure the architecture design meets the established criteria and standards.
  • Approval: Offers the design for approval by the end-user and initiates the next workflow steps if approved.

Quick Start

To begin designing the architecture for your feature, invoke the 'as-architecture-design' skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about as-architecture-design

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate an architectural design document for a complex software project?

You can automate architectural design document generation by using this Skill to analyze your codebase, facilitate discovery Q&A sessions, propose design decisions, and perform compliance validation before final approval.

What is the best way to analyze an existing codebase for architectural design decisions?

Automating codebase analysis to extract existing patterns and components provides the foundation for generating architectural design decisions and identifying when to propose new patterns for your project.

How does automated compliance validation work for software architecture design?

Compliance validation for software architecture design works by performing automated checks against established criteria and standards, ensuring the generated design document meets required validation benchmarks before user approval.

Can I use an AI agent to streamline project planning and architectural design?

Yes, you can integrate an AI agent like the architect-agent dependency to streamline project planning and architectural design, facilitating better collaboration and automating the generation of design documents.

Do I need an existing codebase to start automating architectural design documentation?

While having an existing codebase allows the Skill to automatically extract relevant patterns and existing components for more accurate design decisions, you can still facilitate discovery Q&A sessions and generate architectural design documentation for new projects.

When should I avoid using automated tools for software architecture design?

You should avoid using automated tools for software architecture design when your project requires highly customized patterns that cannot be derived from existing codebase analysis or validated against established compliance criteria and standards.