The Solution Architect
Architecture knowledge with a public service lens
A growing resource for Solution Architects working in or interested in UK government digital delivery. Whether you're in government, considering it, or just curious about how architecture works in public service — you're welcome here.
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Structured learning, practical resources, and honest perspectives on solution architecture in government.
Architect's Library
A growing library of practical guides for Solution Architects in UK government — from the fundamentals of the role to patterns, governance, and decision-making.
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Discovery, Alpha, Beta, Live, Retirement — understand each phase and what architecture looks like at every stage of delivery.
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Practical guidance on AI guardrails in government. What frameworks exist, why they matter, and how to apply them responsibly.
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Key cloud concepts for architects, starting with AWS. Understand the services, patterns, and decisions that matter most.
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A reference guide to the documents, diagrams, and deliverables that Solution Architects produce across the delivery lifecycle.
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Perspectives on architecture, delivery, and working in public service technology.
Why architecture decisions aren't really technical problems
The biggest mistake new architects make is treating every decision as a technical one.
The end of the trusted network
For decades, network security worked like a castle: thick walls, a drawbridge, and everything inside considered safe.
The UK Government's Technology Code of Practice
The Technology Code of Practice is a set of criteria used to design, build, and buy technology in government.