ddd-clean-architecture

Provides comprehensive guidance for clean architecture including layer separation, dependency rules, and architectural patterns. Use when the user asks about clean architecture, needs to implement clean architecture principles, or structure applications with clean architecture.

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ddd-clean-architecture is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Provides comprehensive guidance for clean architecture including layer separation, dependency rules, and architectural patterns. Use when the user asks about clean architecture, needs to implement clean architecture principles, or structure applications with clean architecture.

Provides comprehensive guidance for clean architecture including layer separation, dependency rules, and architectural patterns. Use when the user asks about clean architecture, needs to implement clean architecture principles, or structure applications with clean architecture.

Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.

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Example input

Use the "ddd-clean-architecture" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Provides comprehensive guidance for clean architecture including layer separation, dependency rules, and architectural patterns. Use when the user asks about clean architecture, needs to implement clean architecture principles, or structure applications with clean architecture.

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A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.

When to use this skill

  • Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.

When not to use this skill

  • Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
  • Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.

Installation

Claude Code / Cursor / Codex

$curl -o ~/.claude/skills/ddd-clean-architecture/SKILL.md --create-dirs "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/partme-ai/full-stack-skills/main/skills/ddd-skills/ddd-clean-architecture/SKILL.md"

Manual Installation

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

How ddd-clean-architecture Compares

Feature / Agentddd-clean-architectureStandard Approach
Platform SupportNot specifiedLimited / Varies
Context Awareness High Baseline
Installation ComplexityUnknownN/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this skill do?

Provides comprehensive guidance for clean architecture including layer separation, dependency rules, and architectural patterns. Use when the user asks about clean architecture, needs to implement clean architecture principles, or structure applications with clean architecture.

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

## When to use this skill

Use this skill whenever the user wants to:
- Structure an application following Clean Architecture layers (Entities, Use Cases, Interface Adapters, Frameworks)
- Enforce the dependency rule: inner layers never depend on outer layers
- Organize project packages and define clear test boundaries
- Combine Clean Architecture with Domain-Driven Design patterns

## How to use this skill

### Workflow

1. **Define Entities** (innermost layer) containing enterprise-wide business rules
2. **Define Use Cases** (application layer) containing application-specific business logic
3. **Create Interface Adapters** (presenters, gateways) that convert data between layers
4. **Implement Frameworks** (outermost layer) for web, database, and UI concerns

### Layer Structure

```
com.example.app/
├── entity/              # Entities — business rules, no dependencies
├── usecase/             # Use Cases — application logic, depends only on entity
│   ├── port/            # Input/output port interfaces
│   └── interactor/      # Use case implementations
├── adapter/             # Interface Adapters — presenters, gateways
│   ├── controller/      # Web controllers
│   ├── presenter/       # Response formatting
│   └── gateway/         # Gateway implementations
└── framework/           # Frameworks — DB, web server, external APIs
    ├── web/
    └── persistence/
```

### Use Case Example

```java
// Use case port (input boundary)
public interface CreateOrderUseCase {
    OrderOutput execute(CreateOrderInput input);
}

// Use case interactor
public class CreateOrderInteractor implements CreateOrderUseCase {
    private final OrderGateway orderGateway;
    private final PaymentGateway paymentGateway;

    public CreateOrderInteractor(OrderGateway orderGateway, PaymentGateway paymentGateway) {
        this.orderGateway = orderGateway;
        this.paymentGateway = paymentGateway;
    }

    @Override
    public OrderOutput execute(CreateOrderInput input) {
        Order order = Order.create(input.getItems());
        paymentGateway.charge(order.totalAmount());
        orderGateway.save(order);
        return OrderOutput.from(order);
    }
}
```

### Gateway Interface (defined in Use Case layer)

```java
public interface OrderGateway {
    void save(Order order);
    Optional<Order> findById(String id);
}
```

## Best Practices

- Concentrate business rules in Entities and Use Cases; avoid placing business logic in controllers or database layers
- Use interfaces to isolate I/O; this makes the core easy to replace and test
- Entities and Use Cases map naturally to DDD aggregates and domain services
- Test core layers with unit tests; test outer layers with integration or E2E tests

## Resources

- Clean Architecture by Robert C. Martin
- https://blog.cleancoder.com/uncle-bob/2012/08/13/the-clean-architecture.html

## Keywords

clean architecture, dependency rule, use case, entity, interface adapter, gateway, layer separation, DDD, testability

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