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Architecture Reviews

Architecture Reviews provide a structured methodology for evaluating Azure workloads against the Well-Architected Framework pillars. This section covers decision trees, evidence-based review playbooks, common anti-patterns, and migration strategies.

Sections

Section Purpose
First 60 Minutes Rapid architecture assessment framework for initial workload evaluations
Playbooks Step-by-step review guides for common workload archetypes
Anti-Patterns Architecture failure modes and corrective patterns
Migration Playbooks Stepwise modernization and transition guides

Review methodology

flowchart LR
    A[Scope and context] --> B[First 60 minutes]
    B --> C[Pillar-by-pillar review]
    C --> D[Anti-pattern check]
    D --> E[Findings and evidence]
    E --> F[Recommendations]
    F --> G[Migration playbook if needed]

How to use this section

  1. Start with First 60 Minutes to frame the workload scope and identify high-risk areas quickly.
  2. Use Playbooks for structured, pillar-by-pillar deep dives on specific workload types.
  3. Check Anti-Patterns to validate that common failure modes are addressed.
  4. Apply Migration Playbooks when transitioning from on-premises or between Azure architectures.

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