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Orchestration Patterns ​

This guide documents proven patterns for effective orchestration with Orchestre. These patterns emerge from real-world usage and represent best practices for different scenarios.

Pattern Categories ​

  1. Discovery Patterns - How to analyze and understand requirements
  2. Planning Patterns - Strategies for creating effective plans
  3. Execution Patterns - Approaches for implementing features
  4. Integration Patterns - Methods for connecting components
  5. Evolution Patterns - Ways to grow and maintain projects

Discovery Patterns ​

Pattern: Comprehensive Requirements Analysis ​

Context: Starting a new feature or project with unclear requirements

Solution:

bash
/orchestrate "Analyze requirements for [feature] considering:
- User journey and experience
- Technical constraints
- Integration points
- Performance requirements
- Security implications
- Maintenance considerations"

Example:

bash
/orchestrate "Analyze requirements for a real-time notification system considering:
- User journey from trigger to notification receipt
- WebSocket vs polling technical constraints  
- Integration with existing auth and user systems
- Sub-second delivery performance requirements
- Security for private notifications
- Maintenance and monitoring needs"

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive analysis
  • Identifies hidden requirements
  • Considers non-functional requirements
  • Provides holistic view

Pattern: Context-Aware Discovery ​

Context: Adding features to existing projects

Solution:

bash
/discover-context
# Review the output
/orchestrate "Plan [feature] that aligns with discovered patterns"

Example:

bash
/discover-context
# Output shows: REST API, JWT auth, PostgreSQL, service pattern

/orchestrate "Plan user preferences feature that follows our REST patterns, 
integrates with JWT auth, uses PostgreSQL effectively, 
and implements our service layer pattern"

Benefits:

  • Maintains consistency
  • Leverages existing patterns
  • Reduces integration friction
  • Speeds development

Planning Patterns ​

Pattern: Phased Implementation ​

Context: Complex features requiring multiple steps

Solution:

bash
/orchestrate "Plan [feature] in phases:
Phase 1: Core functionality (MVP)
Phase 2: Enhanced features
Phase 3: Optimizations
Phase 4: Advanced capabilities"

Example:

bash
/orchestrate "Plan e-commerce checkout in phases:
Phase 1: Basic cart and checkout flow
Phase 2: Payment processing and order management
Phase 3: Performance optimization and caching
Phase 4: Advanced features (saved carts, recommendations)"

Benefits:

  • Delivers value incrementally
  • Allows for feedback
  • Reduces risk
  • Maintains momentum

Pattern: Risk-First Planning ​

Context: High-stakes features with technical uncertainty

Solution:

bash
/orchestrate "Plan [feature] prioritizing risk mitigation:
1. Identify technical risks
2. Create proof of concepts
3. Implement core with fallbacks
4. Add enhanced features"

Example:

bash
/orchestrate "Plan video streaming feature prioritizing risk mitigation:
1. Identify risks: bandwidth, codec support, CDN integration
2. POC: Test streaming libraries and CDN
3. Implement with fallback to progressive download
4. Add adaptive bitrate and quality selection"

Benefits:

  • Validates feasibility early
  • Reduces project risk
  • Provides fallback options
  • Builds confidence

Execution Patterns ​

Pattern: Pattern-Based Implementation ​

Context: Implementing features that should follow existing patterns

Solution:

bash
/extract-patterns
# Review patterns
/execute-task "Implement [feature] following [pattern-name] pattern"

Example:

bash
/extract-patterns
# Shows: Repository pattern, DTO pattern, Service layer

/execute-task "Implement product search following repository pattern 
for data access, DTO pattern for API contracts, 
and service layer for business logic"

Benefits:

  • Consistent codebase
  • Easier maintenance
  • Team familiarity
  • Reduced cognitive load

Pattern: Test-Driven Implementation ​

Context: Critical features requiring high reliability

Solution:

bash
/execute-task "Create test suite for [feature]"
/execute-task "Implement [feature] to pass all tests"
/review --focus "test coverage and edge cases"

Example:

bash
/execute-task "Create test suite for payment processing"
/execute-task "Implement payment processing to pass all tests"
/review --focus "test coverage, error handling, and security"

Benefits:

  • High reliability
  • Clear specifications
  • Confidence in changes
  • Better design

Integration Patterns ​

Pattern: Adapter-Based Integration ​

Context: Integrating with external services

Solution:

bash
/execute-task "Create adapter interface for [service]"
/execute-task "Implement [provider] adapter"
/execute-task "Add adapter tests with mocked responses"

Example:

bash
/execute-task "Create adapter interface for email service"
/execute-task "Implement SendGrid adapter"
/execute-task "Add adapter tests with mocked SendGrid responses"

Benefits:

  • Swappable implementations
  • Testable integrations
  • Clear boundaries
  • Vendor independence

Pattern: Event-Driven Integration ​

Context: Loosely coupled feature integration

Solution:

bash
/execute-task "Define events for [feature]"
/execute-task "Implement event publishers"
/execute-task "Create event handlers"
/execute-task "Add event documentation"

Example:

bash
/execute-task "Define events for order processing: 
OrderCreated, OrderPaid, OrderShipped"
/execute-task "Implement event publishers in order service"
/execute-task "Create handlers for inventory and notification services"
/execute-task "Add event documentation with schemas"

Benefits:

  • Loose coupling
  • Scalable architecture
  • Clear contracts
  • Async processing

Evolution Patterns ​

Pattern: Incremental Refactoring ​

Context: Improving code without breaking features

Solution:

bash
/review --suggest-refactoring
/execute-task "Refactor [component] maintaining interface"
/validate-implementation

Example:

bash
/review --suggest-refactoring
# Suggests: Extract business logic from controllers

/execute-task "Refactor UserController extracting business logic 
to UserService while maintaining API interface"
/validate-implementation

Benefits:

  • Continuous improvement
  • Maintains stability
  • Improves maintainability
  • Reduces technical debt

Pattern: Performance Evolution ​

Context: Optimizing existing features

Solution:

bash
/performance-check
/orchestrate "Optimize [feature] based on performance analysis"
/execute-task "Implement optimizations"
/performance-check --compare

Example:

bash
/performance-check
# Shows: Slow database queries in product search

/orchestrate "Optimize product search based on performance analysis"
/execute-task "Add database indexes and implement caching"
/performance-check --compare

Benefits:

  • Data-driven optimization
  • Measurable improvements
  • Focused efforts
  • Performance tracking

Anti-Patterns to Avoid ​

Anti-Pattern: Big Bang Implementation ​

Problem: Trying to implement everything at once

bash
# Don't do this:
/execute-task "Build complete e-commerce platform"

Better Approach:

bash
/orchestrate "Plan e-commerce platform in manageable phases"
# Then implement phase by phase

Anti-Pattern: Ignoring Context ​

Problem: Implementing without understanding existing patterns

bash
# Don't do this:
/execute-task "Add REST API" # In a GraphQL project

Better Approach:

bash
/discover-context
/execute-task "Extend GraphQL schema with new types"

Anti-Pattern: Over-Engineering ​

Problem: Adding unnecessary complexity

bash
# Don't do this:
/execute-task "Implement microservices architecture" # For a simple blog

Better Approach:

bash
/orchestrate "Design simple, scalable architecture appropriate for a blog"

Composition Patterns ​

Pattern: Command Chaining ​

Context: Complex workflows requiring multiple steps

Solution:

bash
/compose-prompt "Workflow for [feature]:
1. [Step 1]
2. [Step 2]
3. [Step 3]"
# Execute composed commands

Example:

bash
/compose-prompt "Workflow for user onboarding:
1. Create user profile system
2. Add onboarding flow
3. Implement progress tracking
4. Add email notifications"

Benefits:

  • Clear workflow
  • Organized execution
  • Trackable progress
  • Reusable patterns

Pattern: Parallel Execution ​

Context: Independent features that can be built simultaneously

Solution:

bash
/setup-parallel --streams 3
/distribute-tasks "[task1], [task2], [task3]"
/coordinate-parallel
/merge-work

Example:

bash
/setup-parallel --streams 3
/distribute-tasks "user-service, product-service, order-service"
/coordinate-parallel
/merge-work

Benefits:

  • Faster development
  • Parallel progress
  • Clear boundaries
  • Efficient resource use

Success Patterns ​

Pattern: Continuous Validation ​

Context: Ensuring quality throughout development

Solution:

bash
# After each major feature:
/validate-implementation
/review
/security-audit
/performance-check

Benefits:

  • Early issue detection
  • Consistent quality
  • Security assurance
  • Performance maintenance

Pattern: Knowledge Capture ​

Context: Preserving project insights

Solution:

bash
# After completing features:
/learn "Key insights from implementing [feature]"
/extract-patterns
/document-feature

Benefits:

  • Knowledge preservation
  • Team learning
  • Pattern identification
  • Improved future development

Quick Reference ​

Starting New Features ​

bash
/discover-context
/orchestrate "Plan [feature] aligned with project patterns"
/execute-task "Implement [first component]"

Adding to Existing Features ​

bash
/status
/execute-task "Extend [feature] with [capability]"
/validate-implementation

Optimizing Features ​

bash
/performance-check
/security-audit
/suggest-improvements
/execute-task "Implement improvements"

Complex Workflows ​

bash
/compose-prompt "Complete workflow for [feature]"
# Review and execute composed commands

Next Steps ​

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