Architecture decision record

An architecture decision record (ADR) is a document that captures an important architectural decision made along with its context and consequences.

The goal of this document is to provide a fast overview of ADRs, how to create them, and where to look for more information.

Design decisionを明文化することで属人化を防ぐ

Release It!の著者であるMichael Nygardのブログによって広まり、ThoughtWorks社のTechnology Raderでも「adopt」になっています。