# Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) An Architecture Decision Record (ADR) documents a significant architectural choice, the context that led to it, and the consequences of the decision. ## How to Create a New ADR 1. Copy `adr-NNN-template.md` (found [here](../references/templates/adr-NNN-template.md)) to `adr-NNN-.md` 2. Fill in all sections 3. Add a row to the index table and the toctree [index.md](../explanations/adrs/index.md) 4. Open a PR