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A paper-based illustration representing arc42 with its core stages and visible working result.
Architecture
arc42
Paper illustration for Feynman Technique.
Knowledge Modeling
Feynman Technique
Paper illustration for Teach-back.
Knowledge Modeling
Teach-back
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.The Feynman Technique checks understanding by explaining a topic so that it stays easy for others to understand. It makes knowledge gaps visible before they become costly in everyday work.Teach-back checks whether an explanation actually got through to the other person. The method makes misunderstandings visible early and strengthens shared understanding in advisory and learning situations.
Complexitysame
LowLowLow
Timedifferent
1-2 Tage20-60 min5-20 min
Participantsdifferent
1-412-8
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncAsyncWorkshop + async
Outputdifferent
Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment ViewPlain-language Explanation, Knowledge Gaps, Study NotesUnderstanding Check, Clarification Notes, Learning Gaps
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ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication
LearningKnowledgeUnderstanding
LearningUnderstandingCommunication
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Architecture Communication Canvas
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Architecture Decision Record
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