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arch-plantuml

Initialize a PlantUML diagram workspace with a Docker render pipeline for SVG output.

Updated Apr 8, 2026
Search Tags:#docker#diagram generation#plantuml#svg rendering#uml diagrams
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/VictorHueni/homemade-claude-kit --skill arch-plantuml
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: arch-plantuml
Source: https://github.com/VictorHueni/homemade-claude-kit/tree/main/skills/arch-plantuml
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/VictorHueni/homemade-claude-kit --skill arch-plantuml

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires plantuml, graphviz, docker, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the initialization and maintenance of a PlantUML diagrams workspace, providing a Docker-based render pipeline for converting UML diagram specifications into SVG images, which is suitable for detailed diagrams where other tools are lacking.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • UML Diagram Workspace Scaffold: Automates the creation of a project-specific folder structure for UML diagrams.
  • Docker Render Pipeline: Generates SVG images from PlantUML diagrams specifications using Docker and an optimized image.
  • One-time Setup: Ensures the initial setup is a one-time process with clear documentation.
  • Companion to Other Skills: Integrates with the arch-uml skill for further diagram creation and rendering.

Quick Start

Use the arch-plantuml init command to set up the diagram workspace and render pipeline.

Frequently Asked Questions about arch-plantuml

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I render PlantUML diagrams into SVG files using Docker?▼

You render PlantUML diagrams into SVG files by running a Docker render pipeline that converts PlantUML specifications into high-fidelity SVG images suitable for architecture documentation.

What is the best way to set up a UML diagrams workspace for architecture documentation?▼

The best way to set up a UML diagrams workspace is to use an automated scaffolding command that initializes a project-specific folder structure and configures a Docker render pipeline in a single one-time setup process.

Do I need Docker and Graphviz installed to generate UML diagrams?▼

Yes, you need Docker, Graphviz, and PlantUML configured in your environment to use the render pipeline, as the containerized setup relies on these dependencies to convert diagram specifications into SVG files.

When do I need a Docker render pipeline for UML diagram generation?▼

You need a Docker render pipeline for UML diagram generation when your architecture documentation requires high-fidelity rendering and other local tools lack the precision or automation needed to convert PlantUML specifications into SVG images.

Can I integrate this PlantUML render pipeline with other UML architecture skills?▼

Yes, the PlantUML render pipeline integrates with the arch-uml skill, acting as a companion tool for further UML diagram creation and rendering within your architecture documentation workflow.

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