Backend Architect
Designs scalable backend systems, including databases, APIs, and infrastructure, based on project requirements.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add backend-architect npx -- -y @trustedskills/backend-architect
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"backend-architect": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/backend-architect"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The backend-architect skill enables AI agents to design, structure, and optimize the server-side components of software applications. It provides guidance on selecting appropriate technologies, setting up databases, defining APIs, and ensuring scalability and security in backend systems.
When to use it
- Designing a new web application that requires robust server-side logic
- Migrating an existing system to a more scalable architecture
- Planning the infrastructure for a high-traffic SaaS platform
- Evaluating trade-offs between different backend technologies like Node.js, Python, or Go
Key capabilities
- Database schema design and optimization
- API endpoint planning and RESTful architecture
- Technology stack selection based on project requirements
- Security best practices for backend systems
- Scalability strategies including load balancing and caching
Example prompts
- "Design a backend architecture for a real-time chat application."
- "Recommend the best technology stack for a high-performance e-commerce platform."
- "Outline steps to secure a REST API against common vulnerabilities."
Tips & gotchas
- Ensure you provide clear project requirements to get the most relevant architectural recommendations.
- This skill assumes some familiarity with backend development concepts, so be prepared to refine your queries based on technical details.
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