Architecture Guide

Cloud Architecture

Our architecture principles guide how we build scalable, secure, and maintainable government services.

Core Principles

Cloud-Native

• Leverage cloud services
• Design for scalability
• Use managed services
• Enable auto-scaling

Microservices

• Loose coupling
• Service boundaries
• API-first design
• Independent deployment

Infrastructure as Code

• Version controlled
• Automated deployment
• Reproducible builds
• Environment parity

Architecture Patterns

1. API Design

   • RESTful principles
   • Clear documentation
   • Version management
   • Error handling

2. Data Architecture

   • Data modeling
   • Storage solutions
   • Caching strategies
   • Backup procedures

3. Security Architecture

   • Zero trust model
   • Identity management
   • Access control
   • Data protection

💡 Architecture Tip

Design for change. Architecture should enable evolution, not restrict it.

Best Practices

Architecture Excellence

• Document decisions
• Review regularly
• Validate with stakeholders
• Monitor and adapt