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ginko architecture

Usage

Section titled “Usage”
Terminal window
ginko architecture [decision] [options]

Description

Section titled “Description”

Design mode for crafting Architecture Decision Records. AI-enhanced by default — ginko helps structure the decision, alternatives considered, and consequences.

Options

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FlagDescription
--number <number>ADR number
--noaiDisable AI enhancement
-r, --reviewReview before saving
-v, --verboseShow detailed output

Examples

Section titled “Examples”
Terminal window
# Create an ADR
ginko architecture "Use PostgreSQL for session storage"


# Specify ADR number
ginko architecture "API versioning strategy" --number 42


# Review before saving
ginko architecture "Caching layer design" --review

Output

Section titled “Output”

Creates docs/adr/ADR-{NNN}-{slug}.md with:

  • Title and status
  • Context and problem statement
  • Decision and rationale
  • Alternatives considered
  • Consequences
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