module-plugin-architecture

name	module-plugin-architecture
description	Use when: designing or implementing pluggable modules with shared structure, conventions, and lifecycle within the toolkit application.

Module and Plugin Architecture

Goal

Enable consistent, extensible modules across project and programme scopes.

Do

• Define a standard module skeleton (config, routes, controller, model, views, tests).
• Keep module boundaries explicit and avoid tight coupling.
• Version module contracts and document expected capabilities.
• Provide installer and validation checks for module onboarding.

Checks

• New modules can be created from template with minimal manual steps.
• Modules honor project coding conventions and test requirements.
• Scope support (programme/project) is explicit in module metadata.