ADR-NNNN: [Short Title Describing the Decision]
Status
[Proposed | Accepted | Deprecated | Superseded by ADR-XXXX]
Date
[YYYY-MM-DD]
Context
[Describe the situation. What problem are we solving? What constraints exist? What forces are at play? Be specific – include numbers, deadlines, team capabilities, and technical requirements where relevant.]
Decision
[State the decision clearly and concisely. Use active voice: “We will use X” not “X should be considered.”]
Alternatives Considered
[Alternative 1]
- Pros: …
- Cons: …
- Why rejected: …
[Alternative 2]
- Pros: …
- Cons: …
- Why rejected: …
Consequences
Positive
- [What becomes easier or better]
Negative
- [What becomes harder or worse]
Risks
- [What could go wrong]
Related Decisions
- [Links to related ADRs]