# architecture-decision-records

> Claude/Codex skill by [@wshobson](https://omgskills.com/library/wshobson/index.md) · 38k stars · Updated 2026-07-22

Write and maintain Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) following best practices for technical decision documentation. Use when documenting significant technical decisions, reviewing past architectural choices, or establishing decision processes.

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## Install

```sh
git clone https://github.com/wshobson/agents /tmp/agents && ln -s /tmp/agents/plugins/documentation-generation/skills/architecture-decision-records ~/.claude/skills/architecture-decision-records
```

## From README

Architecture Decision Records Comprehensive patterns for creating, maintaining, and managing Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) that capture the context and rationale behind significant technical decisions. When to Use This Skill Making significant architectural decisions Documenting technology choices Recording design trade-offs Onboarding new team members Reviewing historical decisions Establishing decision-making processes Core Concepts What is an ADR?

## Links

- HTML page: https://omgskills.com/skills/wshobson/agents/architecture-decision-records/
- GitHub: https://github.com/wshobson/agents
- Author: [@wshobson](https://omgskills.com/library/wshobson/index.md)

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