Prompt file imported from lightspeedwp/ai-block-theme-template (.github/prompts/architecture-blueprint-generator.prompt.md). Fill in {{PROJECT_TYPE}}, {{ARCHITECTURE_PATTERN}}, {{DIAGRAM_TYPE}} before use. Copyright stays with the author.

Comprehensive Project Architecture Blueprint Generator

Configuration Variables

${PROJECT_TYPE="Auto-detect|.NET|Java|React|Angular|Python|Node.js|Flutter|Other"} ${ARCHITECTURE_PATTERN="Auto-detect|Clean Architecture|Microservices|Layered|MVVM|MVC|Hexagonal|Event-Driven|Serverless|Monolithic|Other"} ${DIAGRAM_TYPE="C4|UML|Flow|Component|None"} ${DETAIL_LEVEL="High-level|Detailed|Comprehensive|Implementation-Ready"} ${INCLUDES_CODE_EXAMPLES=true|false} ${INCLUDES_IMPLEMENTATION_PATTERNS=true|false} ${INCLUDES_DECISION_RECORDS=true|false} ${FOCUS_ON_EXTENSIBILITY=true|false}

Generated Prompt

"Create a comprehensive 'Project_Architecture_Blueprint.md' document that thoroughly analyzes the architectural patterns in the codebase to serve as a definitive reference for maintaining architectural consistency. Use the following approach:

1. Architecture Detection and Analysis

• ${PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "Analyse the project structure to identify all technology stacks and frameworks in use by examining:

  • Project and configuration files
  • Package dependencies and import statements
  • Framework-specific patterns and conventions
  • Build and deployment configurations" : "Focus on {{PROJECT_TYPE}} specific patterns and practices"}

• ${ARCHITECTURE_PATTERN == "Auto-detect" ? "Determine the architectural pattern(s) by analysing:

  • Folder organization and namespacing
  • Dependency flow and component boundaries
  • Interface segregation and abstraction patterns
  • Communication mechanisms between components" : "Document how the {{ARCHITECTURE_PATTERN}} architecture is implemented"}

2. Architectural Overview

• Provide a clear, concise explanation of the overall architectural approach
• Document the guiding principles evident in the architectural choices
• Identify architectural boundaries and how they're enforced
• Note any hybrid architectural patterns or adaptations of standard patterns

3. Architecture Visualization

${DIAGRAM_TYPE != "None" ? `Create {{DIAGRAM_TYPE}} diagrams at multiple levels of abstraction:

• High-level architectural overview showing major subsystems
• Component interaction diagrams showing relationships and dependencies
• Data flow diagrams showing how information moves through the system
• Ensure diagrams accurately reflect the actual implementation, not theoretical patterns` : "Describe the component relationships based on actual code dependencies, providing clear textual explanations of:
• Subsystem organization and boundaries
• Dependency directions and component interactions
• Data flow and process sequences"}

4. Core Architectural Components

For each architectural component discovered in the codebase:

• Purpose and Responsibility:

  • Primary function within the architecture
  • Business domains or technical concerns addressed
  • Boundaries and scope limitations

• Internal Structure:

  • Organization of classes/modules within the component
  • Key abstractions and their implementations
  • Design patterns utilized

• Interaction Patterns:

  • How the component communicates with others
  • Interfaces exposed and consumed
  • Dependency injection patterns
  • Event publishing/subscription mechanisms

• Evolution Patterns:

  • How the component can be extended
  • Variation points and plugin mechanisms
  • Configuration and customisation approaches

5. Architectural Layers and Dependencies

• Map the layer structure as implemented in the codebase
• Document the dependency rules between layers
• Identify abstraction mechanisms that enable layer separation
• Note any circular dependencies or layer violations
• Document dependency injection patterns used to maintain separation

6. Data Architecture

• Document domain model structure and organization
• Map entity relationships and aggregation patterns
• Identify data access patterns (repositories, data mappers, etc.)
• Document data transformation and mapping approaches
• Note caching strategies and implementations
• Document data validation patterns

7. Cross-Cutting Concerns Implementation

Document implementation patterns for cross-cutting concerns:

• Authentication & Authorization:

  • Security model implementation
  • Permission enforcement patterns
  • Identity management approach
  • Security boundary patterns

• Error Handling & Resilience:

  • Exception handling patterns
  • Retry and circuit breaker implementations
  • Fallback and graceful degradation strategies
  • Error reporting and monitoring approaches

• Logging & Monitoring:

  • Instrumentation patterns
  • Observability implementation
  • Diagnostic information flow
  • Performance monitoring approach

• Validation:

  • Input validation strategies
  • Business rule validation implementation
  • Validation responsibility distribution
  • Error reporting patterns

• Configuration Management:

  • Configuration source patterns
  • Environment-specific configuration strategies
  • Secret management approach
  • Feature flag implementation

8. Service Communication Patterns

• Document service boundary definitions
• Identify communication protocols and formats
• Map synchronous vs. asynchronous communication patterns
• Document API versioning strategies
• Identify service discovery mechanisms
• Note resilience patterns in service communication

9. Technology-Specific Architectural Patterns

${PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "For each detected technology stack, document specific architectural patterns:" : Document {{PROJECT_TYPE}}-specific architectural patterns:}

${(PROJECT_TYPE == ".NET" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect") ? "#### .NET Architectural Patterns (if detected)

• Host and application model implementation
• Middleware pipeline organization
• Framework service integration patterns
• ORM and data access approaches
• API implementation patterns (controllers, minimal APIs, etc.)
• Dependency injection container configuration" : ""}

${(PROJECT_TYPE == "Java" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect") ? "#### Java Architectural Patterns (if detected)

• Application container and bootstrap process
• Dependency injection framework usage (Spring, CDI, etc.)
• AOP implementation patterns
• Transaction boundary management
• ORM configuration and usage patterns
• Service implementation patterns" : ""}

${(PROJECT_TYPE == "React" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect") ? "#### React Architectural Patterns (if detected)

• Component composition and reuse strategies
• State management architecture
• Side effect handling patterns
• Routing and navigation approach
• Data fetching and caching patterns
• Rendering optimisation strategies" : ""}

${(PROJECT_TYPE == "Angular" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect") ? "#### Angular Architectural Patterns (if detected)

• Module organization strategy
• Component hierarchy design
• Service and dependency injection patterns
• State management approach
• Reactive programming patterns
• Route guard implementation" : ""}

${(PROJECT_TYPE == "Python" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect") ? "#### Python Architectural Patterns (if detected)

• Module organization approach
• Dependency management strategy
• OOP vs. functional implementation patterns
• Framework integration patterns
• Asynchronous programming approach" : ""}

10. Implementation Patterns

${INCLUDES_IMPLEMENTATION_PATTERNS ? "Document concrete implementation patterns for key architectural components:

• Interface Design Patterns:

  • Interface segregation approaches
  • Abstraction level decisions
  • Generic vs. specific interface patterns
  • Default implementation patterns

• Service Implementation Patterns:

  • Service lifetime management
  • Service composition patterns
  • Operation implementation templates
  • Error handling within services

• Repository Implementation Patterns:

  • Query pattern implementations
  • Transaction management
  • Concurrency handling
  • Bulk operation patterns

• Controller/API Implementation Patterns:

  • Request handling patterns
  • Response formatting approaches
  • Parameter validation
  • API versioning implementation

• Domain Model Implementation:

  • Entity implementation patterns
  • Value object patterns
  • Domain event implementation
  • Business rule enforcement" : "Mention that detailed implementation patterns vary across the codebase."}

11. Testing Architecture

• Document testing strategies aligned with the architecture
• Identify test boundary patterns (unit, integration, system)
• Map test doubles and mocking approaches
• Document test data strategies
• Note testing tools and frameworks integration

12. Deployment Architecture

• Document deployment topology derived from configuration
• Identify environment-specific architectural adaptations
• Map runtime dependency resolution patterns
• Document configuration management across environments
• Identify containerization and orchestration approaches
• Note cloud service integration patterns

13. Extension and Evolution Patterns

${FOCUS_ON_EXTENSIBILITY ? "Provide detailed guidance for extending the architecture:

• Feature Addition Patterns:

  • How to add new features while preserving architectural integrity
  • Where to place new components by type
  • Dependency introduction guidelines
  • Configuration extension patterns

• Modification Patterns:

  • How to safely modify existing components
  • Strategies for maintaining backward compatibility
  • Deprecation patterns
  • Migration approaches

• Integration Patterns:

  • How to integrate new external systems
  • Adapter implementation patterns
  • Anti-corruption layer patterns
  • Service facade implementation" : "Document key extension points in the architecture."}

${INCLUDES_CODE_EXAMPLES ? "### 14. Architectural Pattern Examples Extract representative code examples that illustrate key architectural patterns:

• Layer Separation Examples:

  • Interface definition and implementation separation
  • Cross-layer communication patterns
  • Dependency injection examples

• Component Communication Examples:

  • Service invocation patterns
  • Event publication and handling
  • Message passing implementation

• Extension Point Examples:

  • Plugin registration and discovery
  • Extension interface implementations
  • Configuration-driven extension patterns

Include enough context with each example to show the pattern clearly, but keep examples concise and focused on architectural concepts." : ""}

${INCLUDES_DECISION_RECORDS ? "### 15. Architectural Decision Records Document key architectural decisions evident in the codebase:

• Architectural Style Decisions:

  • Why the current architectural pattern was chosen
  • Alternatives considered (based on code evolution)
  • Constraints that influenced the decision

• Technology Selection Decisions:

  • Key technology choices and their architectural impact
  • Framework selection rationales
  • Custom vs. off-the-shelf component decisions

• Implementation Approach Decisions:

  • Specific implementation patterns chosen
  • Standard pattern adaptations
  • Performance vs. maintainability tradeoffs

For each decision, note:

• Context that made the decision necessary
• Factors considered in making the decision
• Resulting consequences (positive and negative)
• Future flexibility or limitations introduced" : ""}

${INCLUDES_DECISION_RECORDS ? "16" : INCLUDES_CODE_EXAMPLES ? "15" : "14"}. Architecture Governance

• Document how architectural consistency is maintained
• Identify automated checks for architectural compliance
• Note architectural review processes evident in the codebase
• Document architectural documentation practices

${INCLUDES_DECISION_RECORDS ? "17" : INCLUDES_CODE_EXAMPLES ? "16" : "15"}. Blueprint for New Development

Create a clear architectural guide for implementing new features:

• Development Workflow:

  • Starting points for different feature types
  • Component creation sequence
  • Integration steps with existing architecture
  • Testing approach by architectural layer

• Implementation Templates:

  • Base class/interface templates for key architectural components
  • Standard file organization for new components
  • Dependency declaration patterns
  • Documentation requirements

• Common Pitfalls:

  • Architecture violations to avoid
  • Common architectural mistakes
  • Performance considerations
  • Testing blind spots

Include information about when this blueprint was generated and recommendations for keeping it updated as the architecture evolves."