| id | SKL-adr-ADRTEMPLATES |
| name | Adr Templates |
| description | Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) are lightweight documents that capture important architectural decisions, their context, and consequences. They create a historical record of why systems are built |
| version | 1.0.0 |
| status | active |
| owner | @cerebra-team |
| last_updated | 2026-02-22 |
| category | Backend |
| tags | ["api","backend","server","database"] |
| stack | ["Python","Node.js","REST API","GraphQL"] |
| difficulty | Intermediate |
Adr Templates
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Overview
Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) are lightweight documents that capture important architectural decisions, their context, and consequences. They create a historical record of why systems are built the way they are.
Core Principle: "Document the 'why' behind architectural decisions, not just the 'what'."
Why This Matters
Core Concepts & Rules
1. Core Principles
- Follow established patterns and conventions
- Maintain consistency across codebase
- Document decisions and trade-offs
2. Implementation Guidelines
- Start with the simplest viable solution
- Iterate based on feedback and requirements
- Test thoroughly before deployment
Inputs / Outputs / Contracts
- Inputs:
- <e.g., env vars, request payload, file paths, schema>
- Entry Conditions:
- <Pre-requisites: e.g., Repo initialized, DB running, specific branch checked out>
- Outputs:
- <e.g., artifacts (PR diff, docs, tests, dashboard JSON)>
- Artifacts Required (Deliverables):
- <e.g., Code Diff, Unit Tests, Migration Script, API Docs>
- Acceptance Evidence:
- <e.g., Test Report (screenshot/log), Benchmark Result, Security Scan Report>
- Success Criteria:
- <e.g., p95 < 300ms, coverage ≥ 80%>
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