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5/8/2026
Stop writing boilerplate: Building a Java CLI for Clean Architecture

Stop writing boilerplate: Building a Java CLI for Clean Architecture

Short summary

ArchiGen is a Java CLI tool that automates Spring Boot Clean Architecture project generation using PicoCLI and FreeMarker templates. It reduces microservice setup time from hours to under 5 seconds while ensuring consistent folder structure across development teams. The open-source tool addresses developer friction in boilerplate-heavy architectural setup.

  • ArchiGen reduces Spring Boot scaffolding time from hours to <5 seconds
  • Uses PicoCLI CLI framework and FreeMarker templating engine
  • Enforces Clean Architecture standardization across teams

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