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A paper-based illustration representing arc42 with its core stages and visible working result.
Architecture
arc42
Paper illustration for ALPEN Method
Operations
ALPEN Method
Paper illustration for Time Blocking
Operations
Time Blocking
Purposedifferent
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.With an overloaded day full of too many tasks, a realistic picture of the day emerges. The method connects estimating, deciding, and buffer thinking so planning fits available energy and time.With a calendar that grows on request, the method makes available time explicit again. It combines appointments, focus work, and buffer into a more realistic day structure.
Complexitysame
LowLowLow
Timedifferent
1-2 Tage10-20 min daily15-30 min Planung, laufend
Participantsdifferent
1-411
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncAsyncAsync
Outputdifferent
Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment ViewDaily Plan, Time Estimates, Review NotesBlocked Calendar, Capacity View, Focus Plan
Tagsno overlap
ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication
PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations
PlanningTime managementFocus
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A paper tomato timer connects a focus task, short breaks and a work record.
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