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# Arc42 Architecture Documentation Skill
Guide for using the `arc42-mcp-server` MCP server to create and maintain architecture documentation following the proven [arc42 template](https://arc42.org/). The server provides 6 tools, supports 11 languages and 2 output formats (AsciiDoc, Markdown).
## Prerequisites
The `arc42-mcp-server` MCP server must be configured and running. See [setup instructions](references/setup.md) for installation and configuration.
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## Workflow: Starting Fresh
1. **Load the guide** → `arc42-workflow-guide` — understand the full arc42 structure and what belongs in each section
2. **Initialize workspace** → `arc42-init` — creates directory structure with all 12 section files, config.yaml, and README
3. **Check status** → `arc42-status` — see current progress, completeness percentage, and which sections need work
4. **Generate template** → `generate-template` — get the detailed structure and guidance for a specific section before writing
5. **Write content** → `update-section` — write or append content to a section
6. **Review content** → `get-section` — read back existing content with metadata (word count, last modified)
## Workflow: Existing Documentation
1. **Check status** → `arc42-status` — assess current state and identify gaps
2. **Read sections** → `get-section` — review what's already documented
3. **Generate template** → `generate-template` — understand expected structure for incomplete sections
4. **Update sections** → `update-section