Architectural Decision Records

Architectural Decision Records (ADRs) are documents that capture critical architectural decisions made while developing a software project, along with their context and consequences.

Purpose

Architectural Decision Records document the rationale behind architectural decisions, serving as a reference for why particular decisions were made and helping new team members understand the project's architectural history.

Anti-patterns

• Overlooked Context: Failing to provide enough context for the decision, making it hard to understand.
• Immutable Decisions: Treating ADRs as immutable documents rather than evolving them as the project evolves.
• Too Technical: Focusing too much on technical details and losing sight of the broader architectural impacts.