senior-architect
Comprehensive software architecture skill for designing scalable, maintainable systems using ReactJS, NextJS, NodeJS, Express, React Native, Swift, Kotlin, Flutter, Postgres, GraphQL, Go, Python. Includes architecture diagram generation, system design patterns, tech stack decision frameworks, and dependency analysis. Use when designing system architecture, making technical decisions, creating architecture diagrams, evaluating trade-offs, or defining integration patterns.
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Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/davila7/claude-code-templates --skill senior-architect- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads senior-architect automatically when relevant.
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Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.
SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
Senior Architect
Complete toolkit for senior architect with modern tools and best practices.
Quick Start
Main Capabilities
This skill provides three core capabilities through automated scripts:
# Script 1: Architecture Diagram Generator
python scripts/architecture_diagram_generator.py [options]
# Script 2: Project Architect
python scripts/project_architect.py [options]
# Script 3: Dependency Analyzer
python scripts/dependency_analyzer.py [options]
Core Capabilities
1. Architecture Diagram Generator
Automated tool for architecture diagram generator tasks.
Features:
- Automated scaffolding
- Best practices built-in
- Configurable templates
- Quality checks
Usage:
python scripts/architecture_diagram_generator.py <project-path> [options]
2. Project Architect
Comprehensive analysis and optimization tool.
Features:
- Deep analysis
- Performance metrics
- Recommendations
- Automated fixes
Usage:
python scripts/project_architect.py <target-path> [--verbose]
3. Dependency Analyzer
Advanced tooling for specialized tasks.
Features:
- Expert-level automation
- Custom configurations
- Integration ready
- Production-grade output
Usage:
python scripts/dependency_analyzer.py [arguments] [options]
Reference Documentation
Architecture Patterns
Comprehensive guide available in references/architecture_patterns.md:
- Detailed patterns and practices
- Code examples
- Best practices
- Anti-patterns to avoid
- Real-world scenarios
System Design Workflows
Complete workflow documentation in references/system_design_workflows.md:
- Step-by-step processes
- Optimization strategies
- Tool integrations
- Performance tuning
- Troubleshooting guide
Tech Decision Guide
Technical reference guide in references/tech_decision_guide.md:
- Technology stack details
- Configuration examples
- Integration patterns
- Security considerations
- Scalability guidelines
Tech Stack
Languages: TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Go, Swift, Kotlin Frontend: React, Next.js, React Native, Flutter Backend: Node.js, Express, GraphQL, REST APIs Database: PostgreSQL, Prisma, NeonDB, Supabase DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions, CircleCI Cloud: AWS, GCP, Azure
Development Workflow
1. Setup and Configuration
# Install dependencies
npm install
# or
pip install -r requirements.txt
# Configure environment
cp .env.example .env
2. Run Quality Checks
# Use the analyzer script
python scripts/project_architect.py .
# Review recommendations
# Apply fixes
3. Implement Best Practices
Follow the patterns and practices documented in:
references/architecture_patterns.mdreferences/system_design_workflows.mdreferences/tech_decision_guide.md
Best Practices Summary
Code Quality
- Follow established patterns
- Write comprehensive tests
- Document decisions
- Review regularly
Performance
- Measure before optimizing
- Use appropriate caching
- Optimize critical paths
- Monitor in production
Security
- Validate all inputs
- Use parameterized queries
- Implement proper authentication
- Keep dependencies updated
Maintainability
- Write clear code
- Use consistent naming
- Add helpful comments
- Keep it simple
Common Commands
# Development
npm run dev
npm run build
npm run test
npm run lint
# Analysis
python scripts/project_architect.py .
python scripts/dependency_analyzer.py --analyze
# Deployment
docker build -t app:latest .
docker-compose up -d
kubectl apply -f k8s/
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Check the comprehensive troubleshooting section in references/tech_decision_guide.md.
Getting Help
- Review reference documentation
- Check script output messages
- Consult tech stack documentation
- Review error logs
Resources
- Pattern Reference:
references/architecture_patterns.md - Workflow Guide:
references/system_design_workflows.md - Technical Guide:
references/tech_decision_guide.md - Tool Scripts:
scripts/directory
FAQ
What does the senior-architect skill do?
Comprehensive software architecture skill for designing scalable, maintainable systems using ReactJS, NextJS, NodeJS, Express, React Native, Swift, Kotlin, Flutter, Postgres, GraphQL, Go, Python. Includes architecture diagram generation, system design patterns, tech stack decision frameworks, and dependency analysis. Use when designing system architecture, making technical decisions, creating architecture diagrams, evaluating trade-offs, or defining integration patterns.
How do I install senior-architect?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/davila7/claude-code-templates --skill senior-architect in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/senior-architect/ (personal) or .claude/skills/senior-architect/ (project).
Which AI agents can use senior-architect?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is senior-architect safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains senior-architect?
It is published by davila7 in davila7/claude-code-templates. It has 1,224 recorded installs.
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