Team Adoption Guide
Overview
Adopting DDAD requires understanding the methodology and establishing the right practices.
Prerequisites
- Team familiar with design-first principles
- Version control for artifacts
- AI coding tools available
- Management support
Adoption Steps
Step 1: Understand DDAD
- Read core concepts
- Understand artifact model
- Learn execution flow
Step 2: Start Small
- Choose a simple feature
- Create artifacts
- Execute one TODO item
- Review results
Step 3: Establish Practices
- Standardize artifact formats
- Create templates
- Define review process
- Share learnings
Step 4: Scale Gradually
- Apply to more features
- Include more team members
- Refine process
- Build expertise
Key Practices
1. Invest in Design
- Quality LLD leads to quality code
- Spend time on artifacts
- Be specific and complete
2. Authorize Carefully
- One TODO at a time
- Check dependencies
- Manage scope
3. Review Thoroughly
- Review against LLD
- Verify tests
- Ensure quality
4. Iterate on Design
- Update LLD based on learnings
- Refine specifications
- Improve continuously
Common Challenges
Challenge: Vague LLD
Solution: Be specific, include all details, review together
Challenge: Scope Creep
Solution: Use AGENTS.md constraints, one TODO at a time
Challenge: Review Fatigue
Solution: Review against LLD, focus on alignment
Success Metrics
- Artifact quality improves
- Code matches design
- Review time decreases
- Team satisfaction increases