Architecture Patterns
Suggests appropriate architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, event-driven) based on project requirements and constraints.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add architecture-patterns npx -- -y @trustedskills/architecture-patterns
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"architecture-patterns": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/architecture-patterns"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The architecture-patterns skill provides knowledge about common software design and system architecture patterns used in backend development. It can explain patterns like microservices, monolithic, event-driven, and layered architectures, helping developers make informed decisions when designing scalable systems.
When to use it
- When planning the structure of a new application or service.
- When evaluating architectural choices for scalability and maintainability.
- During code reviews or design discussions to ensure best practices are followed.
- When teaching or mentoring others about system architecture concepts.
Key capabilities
- Explains common backend architecture patterns
- Compares pros and cons of different approaches
- Provides guidance on when to use specific patterns
- Offers examples of real-world implementations
Example prompts
- "Explain the microservices architecture pattern and its advantages."
- "Compare event-driven vs. layered architecture for a high-throughput system."
- "What are the best practices for implementing a monolithic architecture?"
Tips & gotchas
- This skill is most useful when combined with domain-specific knowledge about your application’s requirements.
- It does not provide code generation, so you’ll need to implement patterns manually after understanding them.
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