adr_log

Log architectural decisions with ADR format, YAML frontmatter, and ADR-XXX naming.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/denish12/codex-ai-agent-and-skills --skill adr-log-denish12
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: adr_log
Source: https://github.com/denish12/codex-ai-agent-and-skills/tree/main/locales/en/.agents/skills/adr_log
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/denish12/codex-ai-agent-and-skills --skill adr-log-denish12

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Log architectural decisions to capture trade-offs, status, and dates for governance and traceability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create ADR records following the prescribed template to document context, decision, and consequences.
  • Maintain a consistent ADR library across projects for onboarding, reviews, and audits.
  • Use ADRs during design reviews to justify choices and refer to alternatives and references.

Quick Start

Create a new ADR entry for the latest architectural decision using the ADR-001 template.

Frequently Asked Questions about adr_log

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I document architectural decisions to capture trade-offs and status?▼

Document architectural decisions by logging them in ADR format to capture context, trade-offs, status, and dates for governance and traceability across software projects.

What is the ADR format for software architecture projects?▼

The ADR format standardizes architectural decision records using a prescribed template and ADR-XXX naming convention to document context, decisions, and consequences with YAML frontmatter.

How do I create a new ADR record for a design review?▼

Create a new ADR record by applying the ADR-001 template to justify choices, refer to alternatives, and satisfy YAML frontmatter with name and description for consistent documentation.

Can I use ADR documentation for onboarding and audits across teams?▼

Yes, you can maintain a consistent ADR library across projects to support onboarding, design reviews, and audits by standardizing architectural decision documentation for traceability.

Does the ADR template support references and assets for extended documentation?▼

Yes, the ADR template supports optional references, scripts, and assets for extended documentation to provide additional context and traceability for architectural decisions.

Best way to maintain a consistent ADR library across software projects?▼

The best way to maintain a consistent ADR library is to standardize ADR-XXX naming and use a prescribed template to document context, decisions, and consequences for governance.