Architecture Advisor

Architecture Advisor is a ready-to-run software development skill on Zeplik. Produces or evaluates an architecture decision record with context, options, trade-offs, and consequences. Ask in plain language and Zeplik applies the skill's method for you inside the conversation, on whichever AI model you prefer.

The Architecture Advisor skill loads automatically when your request matches it, or you can invoke it directly by typing /architecture in any chat. It works with attachments, connectors, and any model that supports the task, so you get the same expert method every time without setting anything up.

What the Architecture Advisor skill can do

• Draft a formal ADR with context, decision, and consequences
• Compare multiple technology options using structured trade-off tables
• Evaluate an existing system design or microservices proposal for weaknesses
• Generate action items and follow-up tasks tied to the decision

Try these prompts on Zeplik

Pick a prompt to open it in the Zeplik app. If you are not signed in yet, your prompt is waiting for you the moment you do.

• Should we use Kafka or SQS for our event bus, need something that handles 10K rpsTry on Zeplik
• Write an ADR for switching our database from Postgres to DynamoDBTry on Zeplik
• Review this microservices proposal for our checkout flow before we commitTry on Zeplik
• Design the notification system for our app, must ship within two weeksTry on Zeplik

How the Architecture Advisor skill works

/architecture $ARGUMENTS

# ADR-[number]: [Title]

**Status:** Proposed | Accepted | Deprecated | Superseded
**Date:** [Date]
**Deciders:** [Who needs to sign off]

## Context
[What is the situation? What forces are at play?]

## Decision
[What is the change we're proposing?]

## Options Considered

### Option A: [Name]
| Dimension | Assessment |
|-----------|------------|
| Complexity | [Low/Med/High] |
| Cost | [Assessment] |
| Scalability | [Assessment] |
| Team familiarity | [Assessment] |

**Pros:** [List]
**Cons:** [List]

### Option B: [Name]
[Same format]

## Trade-off Analysis
[Key trade-offs between options with clear reasoning]

## Consequences
- [What becomes easier]
- [What becomes harder]
- [What we'll need to revisit]

## Action Items
1. [ ] [Implementation step]
2. [ ] [Follow-up]

How to use the Architecture Advisor skill

1. 1

   Sign in to Zeplik

   Create a free Zeplik account or sign in. New accounts start with free credits, so you can try the Architecture Advisor skill right away.

2. 2

   Describe your software development task

   Ask in plain language, or type /architecture to invoke the skill directly. Zeplik recognizes the Architecture Advisor skill and applies its method.

3. 3

   Review and refine the result

   Zeplik returns a clear, structured answer. Ask follow-ups in the same chat to refine it or take the next step.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Architecture Advisor skill?

Architecture Advisor is a ready-to-run software development skill on Zeplik. Produces or evaluates an architecture decision record with context, options, trade-offs, and consequences. Ask in plain language and Zeplik applies the skill's method for you inside the conversation, on whichever AI model you prefer.

How do I use Architecture Advisor on Zeplik?

Sign in to Zeplik and ask in plain language, or type /architecture in any chat to invoke it directly. The skill applies its method and returns a result you can refine in the same conversation.

Which AI model does the Architecture Advisor skill use?

Any model you choose. Zeplik works across every model in one chat, so the Architecture Advisor skill runs on your preferred model for the task.

Where does the Architecture Advisor skill come from?

The Architecture Advisor skill is adapted from the open-source anthropics/knowledge-work-plugins project (Apache-2.0) and tuned to run natively on Zeplik. The original source is linked on this page.

How much does the Architecture Advisor skill cost?

Using the skill is free to start. You only spend Zeplik credits when the assistant runs, and new accounts begin with free credits.

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