design-doc-mermaid

Generate Mermaid diagrams and design documents from text or source code.

1|Updated Mar 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/michaelschecht/Edge-Radar --skill design-doc-mermaid-michaelschecht
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Skill: design-doc-mermaid
Source: https://github.com/michaelschecht/Edge-Radar/tree/main/.claude/skills/design-doc-mermaid-main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/michaelschecht/Edge-Radar --skill design-doc-mermaid-michaelschecht

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the generation of Mermaid diagrams and design documents, reducing the time and effort required to create professional diagrams and documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Diagram Generation: Create various diagram types (activity, deployment, sequence, architecture) from text descriptions or source code.
  • Code-to-Diagram Conversion: Generate diagrams directly from code for popular frameworks like Spring Boot, FastAPI, and React.
  • Design Document Creation: Use pre-built templates to create comprehensive design documents for architecture, API, feature, database, and system design.
  • Unicode Semantic Symbols: Utilize a comprehensive library of Unicode symbols to enhance diagram clarity and readability.
  • High-Contrast Styling: Ensure all diagrams meet accessibility standards with high-contrast color schemes.

Quick Start

Use the design-doc-mermaid skill to create an activity diagram for a user registration workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about design-doc-mermaid

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate Mermaid diagrams from source code automatically?

You can generate Mermaid diagrams from source code automatically by using this Skill to analyze Spring Boot, FastAPI, React, Python ETL, Node/Express, and Java web apps, converting their structure into activity, deployment, and sequence diagrams.

Can I create architecture documentation from text descriptions?

Yes, you can create architecture documentation from text descriptions by inputting your design notes into the Skill, which leverages Mermaid syntax and pre-built templates to produce comprehensive architectural descriptions and diagrams.

Does this Mermaid diagram generator support FastAPI and Spring Boot projects?

Yes, this Mermaid diagram generator supports FastAPI and Spring Boot projects, analyzing the source code of these frameworks alongside React, Python ETL, Node/Express, and Java web apps to produce architectural and sequence diagrams.

What is the best way to automate design document creation for software architecture?

The best way to automate design document creation is to use template loading features that generate API, database, feature, and system design documents, enhanced by high-contrast styling and Unicode semantic symbols for diagram clarity.

Do I need the Claude Code skill system to run the Mermaid diagram generator?

Yes, you need the Claude Code skill system and the Mermaid library installed in your environment to execute this diagram generation Skill and automate the creation of design documents.

What types of diagrams can I produce for a user registration workflow?

For a user registration workflow, you can produce activity, deployment, sequence, and architecture diagrams using Mermaid syntax, ensuring high-contrast accessibility and utilizing Unicode semantic symbols for enhanced readability.