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System Architecture

Architectural strategies and design best practices for building modern software systems.

No More Whiteboards: Multiplayer Auto-Generates Architecture Diagrams

Multiplayer just made system architecture diagrams effortless—with auto-generated diagrams, CSV imports, and smart layouts. Say goodbye to whiteboards and hello to real-time, accurate visibility.

Your Software Changes in Real-Time, So Should Your Architecture Diagrams

The evolution of diagramming in software mirrors the evolution of software development: from static and planned upfront → to lightweight and iterative → to automated and real-time.

Diagram-As-Code Tools are Just one Step Towards The Tools We Need

If you need a continuously updated, real-time view of your system—one that evolves with your architecture instead of becoming obsolete—a new generation of truly interactive tools is the way forward.

Stop Fighting the Losing Battle of Manual Documentation

Traditional system documentation methods fail to keep up with modern software complexity. Auto-documentation transforms engineering teams by saving time, improving accuracy, and enabling seamless collaboration.

Future-Proof Your MVP: The Essential Guide to Minimum Viable Architecture

Minimum Viable Architecture plays a critical role in the success of your MVP. Learn how to avoid the most common pitfalls in implementing this strategic approach.

Introducing the Multiplayer Beta: Design, Develop and Manage Distributed Software Better

We are thrilled to announce the public beta release of Multiplayer, a platform created to transform the way teams design, develop, and manage distributed software.

Understanding Architectural Technical Debt

While most resources and tools today focus on code-level technical debt, it is Architectural Technical Debt (ATD) that incurs the highest "interest rates" and imposes the most significant constraints on the evolution of a software system.

Why Everyone on your Team Should Understand the System Architecture (Even a Little)?

Architecture is a team sport and even a basic understanding of system architecture can greatly benefit engineers in multiple aspects of their work.

Grokking the System Design Review - everything your team should know

Explore the balance between upfront planning and evolutionary design, understanding the significance of architecture in software development, and learning how to conduct impactful system design reviews.

The Rise of Modern Software Architects

The Software Architect role is undergoing foundational changes and significant evolution. In this article, we dive deep into the common misconceptions surrounding this role and illuminate the shifting dynamics that are shaping the future of modern software architecture.