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# BMAD Method Documentation Architecture
## Overview
This document defines the comprehensive documentation architecture for the BMAD Method, supporting all personas and providing enhanced guidance for polyglot development scenarios.
## Architecture Principles
### 1. Persona-Centric Organization
- Documentation organized around the 8 core personas
- Clear navigation paths for each role
- Cross-persona integration points clearly defined
### 2. Technology Stack Agnostic
- Support for React, TypeScript, Node.js, ASP.NET, Python
- Platform-neutral guidance with technology-specific examples
- Consistent patterns across all technology stacks
### 3. Hierarchical Structure
- Clear information hierarchy from overview to detailed implementation
- Progressive disclosure of complexity
- Logical grouping of related concepts
### 4. Cross-Reference Integration
- Bidirectional linking between related documents
- Dependency mapping between personas and tasks
- Integration point documentation
## Documentation Structure
```mermaid title="BMAD Documentation Architecture" type="diagram"
graph TD
ROOT[BMAD Method Documentation Root]
ROOT --> CORE[Core Documentation]
ROOT --> PERSONAS[Persona Documentation]
ROOT --> PROCESSES[Process Documentation]
ROOT --> TEMPLATES[Templates & Standards]
ROOT --> EXAMPLES[Examples & Patterns]
ROOT --> TRAINING[Training Materials]
CORE --> OVERVIEW[Method Overview]
CORE --> PRINCIPLES[Core Principles]
CORE --> ARCHITECTURE[System Architecture]
CORE --> INTEGRATION[Integration Guide]
PERSONAS --> TECH_DOC[Technical Documentation Architect]
PERSONAS --> DEVOPS_DOC[DevOps Documentation Specialist]
PERSONAS --> INTEGRATION_SPEC[Cross-Platform Integration Specialist]
PERSONAS --> CODE_REVIEW[Polyglot Code Review Specialist]
PERSONAS --> PERF_OPT[Performance Optimization Specialist]
PERSONAS --> SEC_INT[Security Integration Specialist]
PERSONAS --> ENT_ARCH[Enterprise Architecture Consultant]
PERSONAS --> TROUBLESHOOT[Advanced Troubleshooting Specialist]
PROCESSES --> WORKFLOWS[Workflow Definitions]
PROCESSES --> HANDOFFS[Handoff Procedures]
PROCESSES --> QUALITY[Quality Assurance]
PROCESSES --> ORCHESTRATION[Orchestrator Integration]
TEMPLATES --> DOC_TEMPLATES[Documentation Templates]
TEMPLATES --> CODE_TEMPLATES[Code Templates]
TEMPLATES --> REVIEW_TEMPLATES[Review Templates]
TEMPLATES --> STANDARDS[Quality Standards]
EXAMPLES --> PROJECT_EXAMPLES[Project Examples]
EXAMPLES --> INTEGRATION_EXAMPLES[Integration Patterns]
EXAMPLES --> REVIEW_EXAMPLES[Review Examples]
EXAMPLES --> TROUBLESHOOTING_EXAMPLES[Troubleshooting Cases]
TRAINING --> QUICKSTARTS[Quick Start Guides]
TRAINING --> TUTORIALS[Detailed Tutorials]
TRAINING --> WORKSHOPS[Workshop Materials]
TRAINING --> ASSESSMENTS[Skill Assessments]
```
## Directory Structure Implementation
```
bmad-method/
docs/
documentation-architecture/ # This architecture documentation
core/ # Core methodology documentation
overview/
principles/
architecture/
integration/
personas/ # Persona-specific documentation
technical-documentation-architect/
devops-documentation-specialist/
cross-platform-integration-specialist/
polyglot-code-review-specialist/
performance-optimization-specialist/
security-integration-specialist/
enterprise-architecture-consultant/
advanced-troubleshooting-specialist/
processes/ # Process documentation
workflows/
handoffs/
quality-assurance/
orchestration/
templates/ # All templates and standards
documentation/
code/
review/
standards/
examples/ # Examples and patterns
projects/
integrations/
reviews/
troubleshooting/
training/ # Training materials
quickstarts/
tutorials/
workshops/
assessments/
navigation/ # Navigation and discovery
index.md
persona-map.md
technology-map.md
workflow-map.md
bmad-agent/ # Core BMAD agent files
personas/ # Persona definitions
tasks/ # Task definitions
templates/ # Core templates
checklists/ # Quality checklists
data/ # Knowledge base
examples/ # Implementation examples
react-typescript/
nodejs/
aspnet/
python/
```
## Navigation System
### Primary Navigation Paths
1. **By Persona**: Users can navigate directly to their role-specific documentation
2. **By Technology**: Users can find guidance specific to their technology stack
3. **By Process**: Users can follow workflow-based navigation
4. **By Task**: Users can find specific task-oriented guidance
### Cross-Reference System
- **Bidirectional Links**: Every document includes links to related documents
- **Dependency Mapping**: Clear indication of prerequisites and dependencies
- **Integration Points**: Explicit documentation of persona collaboration points
- **Technology Mapping**: Clear indication of technology-specific guidance
## Search and Discovery
### Metadata Structure
Each document includes standardized metadata:
\```yaml
---
title: Document Title
persona: [primary-persona, secondary-personas]
technology: [react, typescript, nodejs, aspnet, python]
complexity: [beginner, intermediate, advanced]
type: [guide, template, checklist, example]
dependencies: [list-of-dependencies]
related: [list-of-related-documents]
last_updated: YYYY-MM-DD
version: X.Y.Z
---
```
### Search Capabilities
- **Full-text search** across all documentation
- **Filtered search** by persona, technology, complexity
- **Tag-based discovery** using metadata
- **Workflow-based navigation** following process flows
## Quality Assurance Integration
### Documentation Standards
- **Consistency Validation**: Automated checks for formatting and structure
- **Link Validation**: Automated verification of all internal and external links
- **Metadata Validation**: Verification of required metadata fields
- **Cross-Reference Validation**: Verification of bidirectional links
### Review Process
- **Persona Expert Review**: Each document reviewed by relevant persona experts
- **Technical Accuracy Review**: Technology-specific validation
- **Integration Review**: Validation of cross-persona integration points
- **User Experience Review**: Navigation and usability validation
## Version Control Integration
### Change Management
- **Semantic Versioning**: Major.Minor.Patch versioning for all documents
- **Change Tracking**: Clear documentation of changes and their impact
- **Backward Compatibility**: Maintenance of deprecated content with migration paths
- **Release Notes**: Comprehensive change documentation
### Collaboration Workflow
- **Branch-based Development**: Feature branches for documentation updates
- **Review Process**: Pull request-based review and approval
- **Automated Testing**: CI/CD integration for quality validation
- **Deployment Pipeline**: Automated publication of approved changes
## Implementation Roadmap
### Phase 1: Core Structure (Current)
- [ ] Directory structure implementation
- [ ] Navigation system creation
- [ ] Metadata standards definition
- [ ] Basic search implementation
### Phase 2: Content Migration
- [ ] Existing documentation migration
- [ ] Cross-reference implementation
- [ ] Quality validation integration
- [ ] Search optimization
### Phase 3: Advanced Features
- [ ] Advanced search capabilities
- [ ] Interactive navigation
- [ ] User feedback integration
- [ ] Analytics and usage tracking
## Success Metrics
- **Discovery Time**: < 30 seconds to find relevant documentation
- **Navigation Efficiency**: < 3 clicks to reach target content
- **Cross-Reference Accuracy**: 100% valid links
- **User Satisfaction**: > 90% positive feedback on documentation structure
- **Maintenance Efficiency**: < 2 hours for major documentation updates
---
*This architecture supports the BMAD Method's goal of providing comprehensive, accessible, and maintainable documentation for all personas and technology stacks.*