Architecture Decision Records
This directory contains Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) documenting significant design decisions made in the F5 XC API MCP Server project.
What are ADRs?
Section titled “What are ADRs?”Architecture Decision Records document the key architectural decisions made throughout a project’s lifecycle, including:
- The context and problem being addressed
- The decision that was made
- The consequences of that decision
- Alternative options that were considered
ADR Index
Section titled “ADR Index”| ADR | Title | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0001 | Dynamic Discovery Pattern | Accepted | 2025-01 |
| 0002 | Token Efficiency Strategy | Accepted | 2025-01 |
| 0003 | Dual-Mode Operation Design | Accepted | 2025-01 |
| 0004 | External Authentication Package | Accepted | 2025-01 |
| 0005 | Generator Architecture | Accepted | 2025-01 |
Status Definitions
Section titled “Status Definitions”- Proposed: Decision is under consideration
- Accepted: Decision has been approved and implemented
- Deprecated: Decision is no longer recommended
- Superseded: Decision has been replaced by a newer ADR
Creating a New ADR
Section titled “Creating a New ADR”- Copy the template
- Number it sequentially (e.g., 0006)
- Fill in all sections with clear, concise information
- Submit as part of your PR
- Update this index
ADR Format
Section titled “ADR Format”We use the MADR (Markdown Architecture Decision Records) format with the following structure:
- Title: Brief, descriptive title
- Status: Proposed, Accepted, Deprecated, or Superseded
- Context: Background and problem statement
- Decision: The choice that was made
- Consequences: Positive and negative outcomes
- Alternatives Considered: Other options evaluated