c4-architecture

To create C4 architecture diagrams using Mermaid, you generate context, container, component, and deployment diagrams with consistent notation. This approach provides ready-to-use outputs for your documentation by enforcing necessary elements like names, descriptions, technologies, and relationships.

The best way to document system architecture for different audiences is selecting appropriate C4 diagram levels. You start with a System Context diagram for executives, add Container diagrams for developers, and include Component or Deployment diagrams for DevOps to ensure clear communication.

You need a deployment diagram in your architecture documentation when detailing infrastructure mapping for DevOps teams. It complements context, container, and component diagrams by showing how software elements are deployed across physical or virtual environments.

Yes, Mermaid supports generating all standard C4 model levels including context, container, component, and deployment diagrams. This allows you to document software architecture comprehensively within a single syntax framework for easy integration.