Scenarios
Scenarios
Scenarios are cross-cutting topics that influence multiple GitHub Well-Architected pillars and extend beyond individual design principles. They encompass challenges and considerations that frequently arise when implementing the framework in real-world scenarios, such as large-scale repository strategies, migration planning, and mitigation of common anti-patterns.
This section will naturally evolve as we continue to gather feedback and refine the framework. If you have suggestions for additional topics or would like to contribute to this section, please reach out to GitHub and/or your Partner contacts.
About scenarios
- Holistic Impact: These areas often span multiple pillars, requiring a blend of best practices around security, workflow automation, compliance, and more
- Practical Application: The guidance here translates high-level principles into tangible, scenario-driven insights that address specific engineering or organizational concerns
- Future-Proofing: By surfacing these design areas early, you can proactively plan for scale, avoid common pitfalls, and better align your GitHub usage with evolving business needs
What you will find
- Anti-Patterns: Identifying and avoiding common pitfalls that lead to technical debt or misaligned workflows
- Topic-Specific Deep Dives: Detailed explorations of monorepos, advanced automation strategies, organizational governance at scale, and more that zoom in to specific content within each pillar
How to Use This Section
There are a few methods to using this section effectively:
- Browse by Topic: Pick an area relevant to your current challenge—such as planning a migration or integrating monorepos—and learn key considerations and recommended paths for success
- Link Back to Pillars & Principles: Each scenario includes references to the underlying pillars and design principles that inform these cross-cutting best practices
- Leverage Scenario Overviews: Whenever possible, we include real-world examples or user stories to illustrate how teams navigate these technical decisions in practice
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