# Vercel Architecture Variants

> Execute choose and implement Vercel validated architecture blueprints for different scales. Use when designing new Vercel integrations, choosing between monolith/service/microservice architectures, or planning migration paths for Vercel applications. Trigger with phrases like "vercel architecture", "vercel blueprint", "how to structure vercel", "vercel project layout", "vercel microservice".

- Skill: `tools-only/vercel-architecture-variants` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 3 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds add tools-only/vercel-architecture-variants`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/tools-only/vercel-architecture-variants/raw
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- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- License: MIT
- Author: tools-only (https://skillmd.com/u/tools-only)
- Updated: 2026-09-09
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/tools-only/vercel-architecture-variants

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# Vercel Architecture Variants

## Prerequisites
- Understanding of team size and DAU requirements
- Knowledge of deployment infrastructure
- Clear SLA requirements
- Growth projections available

## Instructions

### Step 1: Assess Requirements
Use the decision matrix to identify appropriate variant.

### Step 2: Choose Architecture
Select Monolith, Service Layer, or Microservice based on needs.

### Step 3: Implement Structure
Set up project layout following the chosen blueprint.

### Step 4: Plan Migration Path
Document upgrade path for future scaling.

## Output
- Architecture variant selected
- Project structure implemented
- Migration path documented
- Appropriate patterns applied

## Error Handling

See `{baseDir}/references/errors.md` for comprehensive error handling.

## Examples

See `{baseDir}/references/examples.md` for detailed examples.

## Resources
- [Monolith First](https://martinfowler.com/bliki/MonolithFirst.html)
- [Microservices Guide](https://martinfowler.com/microservices/)
- [Vercel Architecture Guide](https://vercel.com/docs/architecture)