structurizr-architecture-sync

To keep Structurizr C4 diagrams in sync with code changes, you can use a synchronization process that updates the workspace.dsl file as your system evolves. This ensures your architecture layout remains accurate and validated when adding components or modifying relationships.

Architecture drift in Structurizr workspace.dsl files happens when diagram governance lags behind code modifications. As developers add new components or change architectural boundaries, the static C4 diagrams become outdated, causing confusion and misaligned documentation.

Validating hexagonal layer boundaries in Structurizr involves checking that the architecture layout remains consistent with the intended Application, Domain, and Infrastructure layers. This validation ensures your evolving code structure aligns properly with the defined architectural boundaries.

Yes, this approach works for maintaining existing Structurizr diagrams by providing quick-start guidance and reference templates for ongoing maintenance. It applies when adding components, modifying relationships, or evolving architectural boundaries to ensure diagrams stay current.

The best way to update C4 diagrams when architectural boundaries change is to synchronize the workspace.dsl file directly with the code modifications. This maintains diagram governance by ensuring the C4 model reflects the current system structure without manual tracking.