ADR

Jan 1, 0001

Definition

ADR stands for Architectural Decision Record, a document that captures an important architectural decision made along with its context and consequences. ADRs are used to document the rationale behind technical decisions, ensuring that the reasoning is preserved for future reference. They help teams maintain a clear understanding of the architecture and facilitate better communication and decision-making processes.

Secure Settings Example

# Example of a secure ADR template
ADR-001: Use of TLS for Secure Communication

Status: Accepted
Date: 2023-10-01
Context: 
  - All internal and external communications must be encrypted to protect sensitive data.
Decision: 
  - Implement TLS 1.2 or higher for all communications.
Consequences: 
  - Ensures data integrity and confidentiality.
  - Requires updating existing systems to support TLS 1.2 or higher.

Insecure Settings Example

# Example of an insecure ADR template
ADR-002: Use of HTTP for Internal Communication

Status: Accepted
Date: 2023-10-01
Context: 
  - Internal communications are considered secure due to network isolation.
Decision: 
  - Use HTTP for internal communications to simplify setup.
Consequences: 
  - Potential exposure of sensitive data if network isolation is breached.
  - Lacks encryption, making data vulnerable to interception.