How does it help in choosing the right architecture?

It evaluates your project based on lines of code (LOC) and team size to recommend the most efficient pattern, such as recommending Modular Monoliths for mid-sized teams.

Which architectural patterns are supported by this skill?

The skill provides guidance and implementation patterns for Layered, Clean, Hexagonal (Ports & Adapters), Event-Driven, and CQRS architectures.

Can this skill help me organize my project folders?

Yes, it provides standardized templates for both feature-based and layer-based directory structures to ensure clean code organization.

Does it support documenting technical decisions?

Absolutely. It includes a Trade-off Analysis Template and an ADR framework to help you document the context, options, and consequences of your architectural choices.

Software Architecture Designer

Name: Software Architecture Designer
Author: CloudAI-X

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Guides system design and architectural pattern selection using standardized workflows and industry best practices.

About

The Architecture Designer skill empowers Claude to act as a senior software architect, helping developers navigate complex technical decisions and system organization. It provides structured frameworks for selecting the right architectural patterns—such as Clean Architecture, Hexagonal, or Event-Driven systems—based on specific project constraints like team size and codebase scale. By utilizing built-in decision templates and validation checklists, this skill ensures that project structures are scalable, maintainable, and well-documented from the initial design phase through long-term evolution.

Key Features

Tailored recommendations based on project size (LOC) and team capacity
1,171 GitHub stars
Pattern selection guides for Clean, Hexagonal, Layered, and Event-Driven architectures
Integrated Architecture Decision Record (ADR) framework for documenting trade-offs
Standardized directory structure templates for feature-based or layer-based organization
Step-by-step validation checklists to ensure design consistency and scalability

Use Cases

Refactoring existing monolithic applications into modular or microservices-based systems
Evaluating and documenting technical trade-offs for complex system design decisions
Bootstrapping new projects with industry-standard directory structures and design patterns

About

Key Features

Tailored recommendations based on project size (LOC) and team capacity
1,171 GitHub stars
Pattern selection guides for Clean, Hexagonal, Layered, and Event-Driven architectures
Integrated Architecture Decision Record (ADR) framework for documenting trade-offs
Standardized directory structure templates for feature-based or layer-based organization
Step-by-step validation checklists to ensure design consistency and scalability

Use Cases

Refactoring existing monolithic applications into modular or microservices-based systems
Evaluating and documenting technical trade-offs for complex system design decisions
Bootstrapping new projects with industry-standard directory structures and design patterns