Reference Architectures
One of the key elements necessary for successfully describing the context of an asset is to identify where within
an architecture an asset should be used. A reference architecture identifies an architectural pattern, typically
in a set of layers. The assets should be classified to align with these layers. Classifying the assets this way
allows the asset consumer to navigate the repository using the reference architecture as the way to discover the
assets.
The image below introduces a sample reference architecture. The assets to the right are classified according to these
layers.
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