Decision record template by Michael Nygard

This is the template in Documenting architecture decisions - Michael Nygard. You can use adr-tools for managing the ADR files.

In each ADR file, write these sections:

Title

Status

What is the status, such as proposed, accepted, rejected, deprecated, superseded, etc.?

Context

What is the issue that we’re seeing that is motivating this decision or change?

Decision

What is the change that we’re proposing and/or doing?

Consequences

What becomes easier or more difficult to do because of this change?