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| Criterion |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Knowledge Modeling PARA Method |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | An ADR permanently records an architecture decision with context, trade-offs, and consequence. It creates continuity for later changes because the decision path stays traceable. | The PARA Method organizes knowledge into Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archives. It creates order when digital notes, files, and tasks no longer cleanly fit current work. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 15-45 min | 1-3 h Setup, laufend |
Participantsdifferent | 1-3 | 1 |
Formatsame | Async | Async |
Outputdifferent | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | PARA Structure, Project Notes, Knowledge Archive |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | KnowledgeProductivityOrganization |
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