Software architecture diagramming and patterns

A software’s architecture is the foundation for any successful software system and will influence everything from maintainability, scalability, stability, and security throughout that system’s lifecycle. The first step toward implementing a new software system is the architecture diagram.

As software systems and web applications have become increasingly complex, well-designed system architecture diagrams have become critical for communicating with other developers and stakeholders. Software architecture diagrams are an important documentation practice that will help you plan for and implement changes in your network, visualize strategic initiatives, and stay ahead of your organization’s needs.

Today, we’ll focus on how to diagram, some examples of popular software architecture patterns, and places to find reference architectures to use as a starting point for various use cases. We’ll also go over what a good architectural diagram should accomplish and why you should take the time to create one.

Let’s dive right in!