design-layered-backend-architecture

Design and review layered backend architectures for HTTP APIs and microservices.

Updated Dec 22, 2025
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Skill: design-layered-backend-architecture
Source: https://github.com/willyu1007/Template-Skill-Basic/tree/main/.claude/skills/backend/architecture/design-layered-backend-architecture
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/willyu1007/Template-Skill-Basic --skill design-layered-backend-architecture

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps in designing or reviewing the architecture of backend systems, focusing on a layered approach for better organization and maintainability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Layered Architecture Design: Define and structure components like routes, controllers, services, and repositories.
  • API & Microservice Focus: Tailored for designing HTTP APIs and microservices.
  • Review & Refinement: Provides a framework for evaluating existing backend architectures.

Quick Start

Design a layered backend architecture for a new e-commerce API.

Frequently Asked Questions about design-layered-backend-architecture

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

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How do I design a layered backend architecture for an HTTP API?

To design a layered backend architecture, you structure HTTP API components into distinct layers including routes, controllers, services, and repositories. This separation organizes request handling, business logic, and data access to create maintainable and scalable backend systems.

What is the best way to structure routes, controllers, and services in microservices?

The best way to structure microservices is by separating routes, controllers, services, and repositories into distinct layers. This design isolates HTTP request handling from business logic and data access, facilitating maintainable and scalable microservice systems.

Can I use this approach to review an existing backend architecture?

Yes, you can review an existing backend architecture using this layered approach. It provides a framework to evaluate whether your current components like routes, controllers, services, and repositories are structured for optimal maintainability and scalability.

When do I need a layered architecture for my backend system?

You need a layered architecture when building HTTP APIs or microservices that require high maintainability and scalability. It separates components like routes, controllers, services, and repositories to ensure backend systems remain organized as complexity grows.

How does separating services and repositories improve backend maintainability?

Separating services and repositories improves backend maintainability by isolating business logic from data access operations. This layered architecture ensures that changes to data retrieval in repositories do not impact the core services handling application logic.