Document a significant technical decision for your team
Practice documenting architectural decisions using the ADR (Architecture Decision Record) format. This creates valuable documentation and improves team decision-making processes.
Practice documenting architectural decisions using the ADR (Architecture Decision Record) format. This creates valuable documentation and improves team decision-making processes.
Create an Architecture Decision Record:
1. Identify a recent or upcoming technical decision 2. Document the context and problem statement 3. List considered options with pros/cons 4. Record the decision and rationale 5. Define success metrics and review triggers
Describe the situation and constraints
List alternatives with trade-offs
Capture final choice and reasoning
A complete ADR documenting a technical decision with context, alternatives, and clear rationale
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