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. I...

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Best use case

senior-architect is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.

Comprehensive software architecture skill for designing scalable, maintainable systems using ReactJS, NextJS, NodeJS, Express, React Native, Swift, Kotlin, Flutter, Postgres, GraphQL, Go, Python. I...

Teams using senior-architect should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.

When to use this skill

  • You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.

When not to use this skill

  • You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
  • You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.

Installation

Claude Code / Cursor / Codex

$curl -o ~/.claude/skills/senior-architect/SKILL.md --create-dirs "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/netbarros/psique/main/.codex/skills/senior-architect/SKILL.md"

Manual Installation

  1. Download SKILL.md from GitHub
  2. Place it in .claude/skills/senior-architect/SKILL.md inside your project
  3. Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill

How senior-architect Compares

Feature / Agentsenior-architectStandard Approach
Platform SupportNot specifiedLimited / Varies
Context Awareness High Baseline
Installation ComplexityUnknownN/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this 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. I...

Where can I find the source code?

You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.

SKILL.md Source

# 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:

```bash
# 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:**
```bash
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:**
```bash
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:**
```bash
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

```bash
# Install dependencies
npm install
# or
pip install -r requirements.txt

# Configure environment
cp .env.example .env
```

### 2. Run Quality Checks

```bash
# 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.md`
- `references/system_design_workflows.md`
- `references/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

```bash
# 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

## When to Use
This skill is applicable to execute the workflow or actions described in the overview.

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