# Incremental Detail Design Diagramming (C4 Approach)

> The C4 model (Context, Container, Component, Code) is a lightweight hierarchical technique for structuring software architecture diagrams. It favors progressive disclosure of technical detail so st...

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# Incremental Detail Design Diagramming (C4 Approach)

The C4 model (Context, Container, Component, Code) is a lightweight hierarchical technique for structuring software architecture diagrams. It favors progressive disclosure of technical detail so st...

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The C4 model (Context, Container, Component, Code) is a lightweight hierarchical technique for structuring software architecture diagrams. It favors progressive disclosure of technical detail so stakeholders can consume exactly the level of abstraction they need without being overwhelmed.