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Create an Architectural Decision Record (ADR) document for AI-optimized decision documentation.
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| description | Create an Architectural Decision Record (ADR) document for AI-optimized decision documentation. |
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| name | create-architectural-decision-record |
Create an ADR document for ${input:DecisionTitle} using structured formatting optimized for AI consumption and human readability.
${input:Context}${input:Decision}${input:Alternatives}${input:Stakeholders}If any of the required inputs are not provided or cannot be determined from the conversation history, ask the user to provide the missing information before proceeding with ADR generation. If provided inputs are too vague, off-topic for an architectural decision, or insufficient to produce meaningful Context/Decision/Consequences sections, ask clarifying questions before generating the ADR.
The ADR must be saved in the /docs/adr/ directory using the naming convention: adr-NNNN-[title-slug].md, where NNNN is the next sequential 4-digit number (e.g., adr-0001-database-selection.md).
If the /docs/adr/ directory does not exist, create it before writing the file.
Before generating the file, list existing files in /docs/adr/ matching the pattern adr-NNNN-*.md, find the highest NNNN, and use NNNN+1 (zero-padded to 4 digits). If the directory does not exist or is empty, start at 0001.
If a file with the computed name already exists, do not overwrite it; increment NNNN and retry, or report the conflict to the user.
Use today's date in ISO 8601 format (YYYY-MM-DD) for the date field.
Leave supersedes and superseded_by empty unless the user explicitly indicates this ADR replaces a prior decision; in that case set supersedes to the prior ADR ID (e.g., ADR-0003).
Render only the current status in bold (e.g., Proposed). Do not include the other status options in the output.
The documentation file must follow the template below, ensuring that all sections are filled out appropriately. The front matter for the markdown should be structured correctly as per the example following:
---
title: "ADR-NNNN: [Decision Title]"
status: "Proposed"
date: "YYYY-MM-DD"
authors: "[Stakeholder Names/Roles]"
tags: ["architecture", "decision"]
supersedes: ""
superseded_by: ""
---
# ADR-NNNN: [Decision Title]
## Status
**Proposed**
## Context
[Problem statement, technical constraints, business requirements, and environmental factors requiring this decision.]
## Decision
[Chosen solution with clear rationale for selection.]
## Consequences
### Positive
- **POS-001**: [Beneficial outcomes and advantages]
- **POS-002**: [Performance, maintainability, scalability improvements]
- **POS-003**: [Alignment with architectural principles]
### Negative
- **NEG-001**: [Trade-offs, limitations, drawbacks]
- **NEG-002**: [Technical debt or complexity introduced]
- **NEG-003**: [Risks and future challenges]
## Alternatives Considered
### [Alternative 1 Name]
- **ALT-001**: **Description**: [Brief technical description]
- **ALT-002**: **Rejection Reason**: [Why this option was not selected]
### [Alternative 2 Name]
- **ALT-003**: **Description**: [Brief technical description]
- **ALT-004**: **Rejection Reason**: [Why this option was not selected]
## Implementation Notes
- **IMP-001**: [Key implementation considerations]
- **IMP-002**: [Migration or rollout strategy if applicable]
- **IMP-003**: [Monitoring and success criteria]
## References
- **REF-001**: [Related ADRs]
- **REF-002**: [External documentation]
- **REF-003**: [Standards or frameworks referenced]
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