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| Criterion |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Knowledge Modeling Peer Instruction |  Architecture arc42 |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | Peer Instruction uses group thinking to clarify difficult terms or concepts faster. The method combines individual reflection with social correction and shared precision. | arc42 structures architecture knowledge so teams can document system, decisions, and risks consistently. The template builds a living understanding of the architecture instead of scattered notes. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 15-45 min | 10-20 min je Frage | 1-2 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 1-3 | 6-50 | 1-4 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | Concept Questions, Vote Results, Learning Notes | Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment View |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | LearningDialogueFacilitation | ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication |
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