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rewrite-assessment

Assesses rewrite feasibility and effort across languages or architectures, generating a decision document with ADRs.

Updated Mar 30, 2026
Search Tags:#effort estimation#risk analysis#architecture decision record#feasibility assessment#application rewrite
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/EmeaAppGbb/spec2cloud-microhack-greenfield --skill rewrite-assessment
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Skill: rewrite-assessment
Source: https://github.com/EmeaAppGbb/spec2cloud-microhack-greenfield/tree/main/.github/skills/rewrite-assessment
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/EmeaAppGbb/spec2cloud-microhack-greenfield --skill rewrite-assessment

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill unit assesses the feasibility and effort of rewriting an application in a different language, framework, or architecture. It compares the current stack against the target stack and produces a decision-making document with ADRs (Architecture Decision Records).

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Feasibility and Effort Assessment: Analyze the scope and complexity of the application.
  • Feature Preservation Map: Identify which features must be preserved, which can be reimaged, and which should be preserved.
  • Translation Feasibility: Assess the automatability of different components for translation to the target stack.
  • Effort Estimation: Provide estimates of effort for rewriting, considering different aspects like code complexity, feature preservation, and integration.
  • Risk Analysis: Evaluate the risks associated with a rewrite and compare with modernization.
  • Decision Documentation: Generate a detailed decision document including a recommendation and the rationale behind it.

Quick Start

Run the rewrite-assessment skill to evaluate the rewrite feasibility of your application.

Frequently Asked Questions about rewrite-assessment

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

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How do I estimate the effort for rewriting an application in a different language or architecture?▼

Effort estimation for an application rewrite is calculated by analyzing code complexity, feature preservation requirements, and integration points. The assessment compares current and target tech stacks to provide detailed effort projections for the rewrite.

What is an architecture decision record for an application rewrite?▼

An architecture decision record for an application rewrite documents the technical recommendation and rationale behind migrating tech stacks. It evaluates feasibility, risks, and effort to guide informed modernization decisions.

How do I assess the risks of rewriting an application versus modernizing it?▼

Risk analysis of an application rewrite evaluates potential pitfalls of migrating to a new tech stack and compares them against modernization alternatives. This identifies technical constraints and informs the final decision documentation.

Can I automate code translation when rewriting an application to a new tech stack?▼

Translation feasibility is assessed by analyzing the automatability of different application components. This evaluates which features can be automatically translated to the target stack and which require manual rewriting.

How do I map application features before migrating to a new framework?▼

A feature preservation map identifies which application features must be retained, which can be reimaged, and which should be deprecated. This ensures functional continuity during the tech stack migration.

Does the rewrite assessment evaluate feasibility for different application architectures?▼

Yes, the rewrite feasibility assessment evaluates migrating applications to different languages, frameworks, or architectures. It scopes the application complexity and compares the current stack against the target stack.

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