What is Architecture?

Architecture involves designing any complex system—whether it’s a building, a software system, or even an organization. The purpose is to manage complexity and ensure that the components work together efficiently.

Key Characteristics:

• Design: Human-made systems or natural systems can have architecture (e.g., biology, software, organizations).
• Levels of Design: Architecture spans macro (city planning) to micro (machine parts).
• Abstraction: Architecture provides a high-level overview without diving into the detailed system.

It requires a combination of analysis (understanding requirements) and design (structuring components to meet those needs).