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Architecture Patterns
Master proven backend architecture patterns including Clean Architecture, Hexagonal Architecture, and Domain-Driven Design to build maintainable, testable, and scalable systems.
Use this skill when
- Designing new backend systems from scratch
- Refactoring monolithic applications for better maintainability
- Establishing architecture standards for your team
- Migrating from tightly coupled to loosely coupled architectures
- Implementing domain-driven design principles
- Creating testable and mockable codebases
- Planning microservices decomposition
Do not use this skill when
- You only need small, localized refactors
- The system is primarily frontend with no backend architecture changes
- You need implementation details without architectural design
Instructions
- Clarify domain boundaries, constraints, and scalability targets.
- Select an architecture pattern that fits the domain complexity.
- Define module boundaries, interfaces, and dependency rules.
- Provide migration steps and validation checks.
Refer to resources/implementation-playbook.md for detailed patterns, checklists, and templates.
Resources
resources/implementation-playbook.mdfor detailed patterns, checklists, and templates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is architecture-patterns?
architecture-patterns is an expert AI persona designed to improve your coding workflow. Implement proven backend architecture patterns including Clean Architecture, Hexagonal Architecture, and Domain-Driven Design. Use when architecting complex backend systems or refactoring existing applications for better maintainability. It provides senior-level context directly within your IDE.
How do I install the architecture-patterns skill in Cursor or Windsurf?
To install the architecture-patterns skill, download the package, extract the files to your project's .cursor/skills directory, and type @architecture-patterns in your editor chat to activate the expert instructions.
Is architecture-patterns free to download?
Yes, the architecture-patterns AI persona is completely free to download and integrate into compatible Agentic IDEs like Cursor, Windsurf, Github Copilot, and Anthropic MCP servers.
architecture-patterns
Implement proven backend architecture patterns including Clean Architecture, Hexagonal Architecture, and Domain-Driven Design. Use when architecting complex backend systems or refactoring existing applications for better maintainability.
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Cursor & Windsurf
- Download the zip file above.
- Extract to
.cursor/skills - Type
@architecture-patternsin editor chat.
Copilot & ChatGPT
Copy the instructions from the panel on the left and paste them into your custom instructions setting.
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