well-architected

Assesses architecture against a 6-pillar framework adapted from AWS Well-Architected.

75|13|Updated Apr 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/avelikiy/great_cto --skill well-architected-avelikiy
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Skill: well-architected
Source: https://github.com/avelikiy/great_cto/tree/main/skills/well-architected
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/avelikiy/great_cto --skill well-architected-avelikiy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies architecture reviews by applying a structured 6-pillar framework, ensuring comprehensive coverage of operational excellence, security, reliability, performance, cost, and sustainability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Review: Evaluates architecture against 6 pillars for operational excellence, security, reliability, performance, cost, and sustainability.
  • Customizable: Can be applied to various project sizes and systems, from nano to enterprise.
  • Use Case: Ideal for architects, auditors, and project reviewers to ensure that architectural decisions align with best practices and compliance requirements.

Quick Start

Run the well-architected skill on your project's architecture documentation to initiate a review.

Frequently Asked Questions about well-architected

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

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How do I conduct an architecture review using the well-architected framework?

To conduct an architecture review, apply a structured 6-pillar framework assessing operational excellence, security, reliability, performance, cost, and sustainability against your project's architectural documentation.

What is a well-architected framework review for software projects?

A well-architected framework review is a structured evaluation that ensures architectural decisions align with best practices and compliance requirements across six core pillars of system design.

Can I use this architecture review framework for small projects?

Yes, this architecture review framework is customizable and can be applied to various project sizes, scaling from nano-projects to enterprise-level systems to validate operational excellence and security.

What do I need to start a 6-pillar architecture review?

To start a 6-pillar architecture review, you need access to your system or project's architectural documentation files, which the framework evaluates for reliability, performance, and sustainability.

Does the well-architected framework assess security and compliance?

Yes, the well-architected framework explicitly assesses security and compliance alongside operational excellence, reliability, performance, cost optimization, and sustainability to deliver comprehensive architecture reviews.