Architecture Decision Record (ADR) Generator Prompt
AI-generated prompt and document outline for drafting an architecture decision record with options and trade-offs. Verify the decision context before using the draft.
Tags: prompt, adr, architecture, system-design, documentation
Category: writing
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Architecture Decision Record (ADR) Generator Prompt
Prompt Template
Analyze the following technical decision debate and generate a comprehensive Architecture Decision Record in standard markdown:
<decision_context>
[Paste meeting notes, RFC draft, or Slack discussion here]
</decision_context>
Output format:
# ADR-[Number]: [Concise Title]
## Status
[Proposed | Accepted | Superseded]
## Context & Problem Statement
Explain the business context, technical bottlenecks, and why the status quo is insufficient.
## Considered Options
1. Option A: [Description, Pros, Cons]
2. Option B: [Description, Pros, Cons]
## Decision & Rationale
State the chosen option clearly and detail why it triumphed over alternatives.
## Consequences & Trade-offs
- **Positive Outcomes**:
- **Negative Trade-offs / Debt Incurred**:
- **Migration & Rollout Plan**: