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c4-architecture

Generate C4 model architecture diagrams in Mermaid syntax.

Updated Feb 16, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#software design#mermaid#c4 model#architecture diagram#system visualization
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npx skills add https://github.com/skiluo/vibe-springboot-scaffold --skill c4-architecture-skiluo
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Skill: c4-architecture
Source: https://github.com/skiluo/vibe-springboot-scaffold/tree/main/.qoder/skills/c4-architecture
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/skiluo/vibe-springboot-scaffold --skill c4-architecture-skiluo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation of professional software architecture documentation using the C4 model and Mermaid syntax, making complex systems easier to understand and communicate.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-level Diagrams: Generate Context, Container, Component, and Deployment diagrams.
  • Audience-Specific Views: Tailor diagrams for executives, developers, and DevOps.
  • Use Case: Document your microservices architecture by generating a System Context diagram showing user interactions and a Container diagram detailing each service, its database, and communication protocols.

Quick Start

Use the c4-architecture skill to generate a system context diagram for a new e-commerce platform.

Frequently Asked Questions about c4-architecture

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate C4 model architecture diagrams in Mermaid syntax?▼

To generate C4 model architecture diagrams in Mermaid syntax, this Skill automates the creation of Context, Container, Component, and Deployment diagrams from your software design requirements, outputting ready-to-use Mermaid code.

What is the best way to document software architecture for different audiences?▼

Documenting software architecture for different audiences is achieved by generating tailored C4 diagrams, providing high-level context views for executives and detailed component visualizations for developers or DevOps teams.

Can I visualize a microservices architecture using C4 context and container diagrams?▼

Yes, you can visualize microservices architecture using C4 context and container diagrams to map user interactions, detail individual services, specify databases, and define communication protocols across the system.

How to create a system context diagram for a new software platform?▼

Creating a system context diagram for a new software platform involves defining user interactions and external system dependencies, which this Skill translates into structured Mermaid syntax following C4 model best practices.

Does this approach support deployment diagrams for system visualization?▼

Yes, this approach supports deployment diagrams for system visualization, extending the C4 model to map infrastructure and deployment nodes using Mermaid syntax alongside context, container, and component views.

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