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Template Library

Ready-to-use templates, code snippets, and configuration files that accelerate GISE project development. Each template follows GISE best practices and can be customized for your specific needs.

Template Categories​

🏗️ Project Scaffolding

Complete project structures with GISE methodology integration

Browse Scaffolding →

Available templates:
  • Full-Stack Web Application
  • API-Only Backend Service
  • Static Site with CMS
  • Microservices Architecture

💾 Code Templates

Proven code patterns and implementations for common functionality

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Popular templates:
  • Authentication & Authorization
  • Database Models & Migrations
  • API Controllers & Services
  • Testing Frameworks

⚙️ Configuration Files

Production-ready configurations for development and deployment

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Essential configs:
  • Docker & Docker Compose
  • CI/CD Pipelines
  • Database Configurations
  • Monitoring & Logging

📋 4DDR Templates

Decision record templates for all four GISE phases

Browse 4DDR Templates →

Available templates:
  • Standard 4DDR Template
  • Quick Decision Template
  • Phase-Specific Templates
  • Migration Templates

Quick Start Templates​

🚀 Most Popular​

  1. TypeScript Full-Stack Template - Complete NextJS + NestJS application
  2. 4DDR Standard Template - Decision records for all GISE phases
  3. Authentication Service Template - JWT-based auth with role management
  4. Docker Deployment Template - Production-ready containerization
  5. API Documentation Template - OpenAPI specifications with examples

⚡ Quick Wins (< 30 minutes)​

  1. 4DDR Quick Template - Rapid decision capture across all phases
  2. Environment Configuration - .env templates with security best practices
  3. Git Workflow Setup - Branch protection, PR templates, hooks
  4. Database Schema Template - User management and common patterns
  5. Testing Configuration - Jest, Playwright, and CI/CD integration

Template Features​

🎯 GISE-Optimized​

Every template includes:

  • 4D Phase Structure: Organized around Discover-Design-Develop-Deploy
  • Documentation: README files with implementation guidance
  • Diagrams: Mermaid diagrams showing architecture and flows
  • Quality Gates: Pre-configured linting, testing, and review processes

🔧 Production-Ready​

Templates include:

  • Security: Authentication, authorization, input validation
  • Monitoring: Logging, error tracking, health checks
  • Performance: Caching, database optimization, asset optimization
  • Deployment: Docker containers, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code

🎨 Customizable​

Easy to adapt:

  • Technology Substitution: Swap databases, frameworks, hosting platforms
  • Feature Scaling: Add or remove functionality based on project needs
  • Brand Customization: Update styling, copy, and configuration for your brand
  • Environment Adaptation: Modify for development, staging, and production environments

Template Structure​

Each template follows a consistent structure for easy understanding and customization:

template-name/
├── README.md                 # Implementation guide
├── ARCHITECTURE.md          # System design and decisions
├── docs/                    # Phase-specific documentation
│   ├── discover/
│   ├── design/
│   ├── develop/
│   └── deploy/
├── src/                     # Source code
├── tests/                   # Test suites
├── docker/                  # Container configurations
├── .github/                 # CI/CD workflows
└── scripts/                 # Automation scripts

Template README Structure​

# [Template Name]

## Quick Start
1. Copy template files
2. Update configuration values
3. Run setup script
4. Follow phase-specific guides

## What's Included
- Complete project structure
- Pre-configured development environment
- Example implementations
- Deployment configurations

## Customization Guide
- Environment variables to modify
- Optional features to enable/disable
- Integration options and alternatives

## Architecture Overview
[Mermaid diagram showing system architecture]

## Next Steps
- Phase 1: Review and customize requirements
- Phase 2: Adapt architecture for your needs
- Phase 3: Implement additional features
- Phase 4: Configure production deployment

Technology-Specific Templates​

TypeScript/Node.js Stack​

Recommended for: Modern web applications, APIs, full-stack development

Core Technologies:

  • Frontend: Next.js, React, Tailwind CSS
  • Backend: NestJS, Express, TypeScript
  • Database: PostgreSQL with Prisma ORM
  • Deployment: Docker, Vercel, Railway

Templates Available:

  • Full-stack web application with authentication
  • API-only backend service with OpenAPI documentation
  • Static site with headless CMS integration
  • Microservices architecture with shared libraries

Python Stack​

Recommended for: Data processing, AI/ML integration, enterprise APIs

Core Technologies:

  • Backend: FastAPI, Django, Flask
  • Database: PostgreSQL, MongoDB
  • AI/ML: OpenAI integration, vector databases
  • Deployment: Docker, Kubernetes, cloud platforms

Templates Available:

  • AI-powered API service with RAG implementation
  • Data processing pipeline with queue management
  • Traditional web application with admin interface
  • Machine learning model serving infrastructure

Java/.NET Stack​

Recommended for: Enterprise applications, high-performance systems

Core Technologies:

  • Backend: Spring Boot, ASP.NET Core
  • Database: PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle
  • Messaging: RabbitMQ, Apache Kafka
  • Deployment: Docker, Kubernetes, enterprise hosting

Templates Available:

  • Enterprise API with comprehensive security
  • Microservices architecture with service mesh
  • Event-driven system with message queues
  • Legacy system integration patterns

Using Templates Effectively​

1. Selection Process​

2. Customization Guidelines​

Essential Customizations:

  • Update project name and branding
  • Configure environment variables
  • Modify database schema for your domain
  • Customize authentication and authorization rules
  • Update API endpoints and business logic

Optional Enhancements:

  • Add additional UI components and pages
  • Integrate third-party services (payment, email, analytics)
  • Implement advanced caching and performance optimizations
  • Add monitoring and observability tools
  • Configure advanced security features

3. Validation Checklist​

Before using a template in production:

  • Security review completed and vulnerabilities addressed
  • Performance testing conducted with expected load
  • Database schema reviewed for data integrity
  • Monitoring and alerting configured properly
  • Backup and disaster recovery procedures tested
  • Documentation updated for team knowledge sharing

Contributing Templates​

Template Contribution Process​

  1. Identify Need: Common pattern that would benefit the community
  2. Create Template: Follow GISE structure and best practices
  3. Test Thoroughly: Validate in real project environments
  4. Document Comprehensively: Include setup, customization, and deployment guides
  5. Submit for Review: Community review and feedback process
  6. Maintain: Keep template updated with evolving best practices

Quality Standards​

Technical Requirements:

  • Production-ready code with proper error handling
  • Comprehensive test coverage (integration focus)
  • Security best practices implemented
  • Performance optimized for typical use cases
  • Compatible with latest stable versions of dependencies

Documentation Requirements:

  • Clear setup and installation instructions
  • Architecture diagrams and explanations
  • Customization guide with examples
  • Troubleshooting section for common issues
  • Contributing guidelines for template improvements

Template Ecosystem​

Community Templates​

Browse community-contributed templates:

  • Rating System: Community ratings and reviews
  • Usage Statistics: Most downloaded and implemented templates
  • Maintenance Status: Active maintenance and support information
  • License Information: Clear licensing terms for commercial use

Enterprise Templates​

Professional templates with extended features:

  • Premium Support: Direct support from template maintainers
  • Advanced Features: Enterprise-grade security, compliance, scalability
  • Customization Services: Professional customization and integration assistance
  • SLA Guarantees: Service level agreements for critical implementations

Getting Started​

New to Templates?​

  1. Browse Categories: Explore templates by technology or use case
  2. Try a Quick Start: Implement a simple template to understand the structure
  3. Customize Gradually: Start with basic customizations and add complexity
  4. Share Feedback: Help improve templates with your experience

Ready to Implement?​

Choose your path:

Templates are continuously updated with community contributions and evolving best practices. Check back regularly for new additions and improvements.