# Architecture Patterns

> Common architectural patterns and design best practices. Use when designing system architecture, choosing design patterns, or creating technical designs.

- Skill: `vanman2024/architecture-patterns-2` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 4 files)
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- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: vanman2024 (https://skillmd.com/u/vanman2024)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/vanman2024/architecture-patterns-2

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# Architecture Patterns

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## Instructions

1. Provide templates and patterns for this skill
2. Execute helper scripts when needed
3. Reference documentation and examples

## Available Scripts

- **validate-mermaid.sh** - Validates Mermaid diagram syntax in architecture documents
- **extract-components.sh** - Extracts list of architecture components from document

## Templates

Templates ready in `templates/` directory for code patterns and configurations.

## Requirements

- Scripts should be mechanical helpers (deterministic operations)
- Templates should provide reusable patterns
- Documentation should be clear and actionable