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diagram-gen-emergent

Generate diagrams from real code cross-reference data to reveal emergent coupling.

2|1|Updated Oct 3, 2025
Search Tags:#refactoring#software-engineering#diagram#cross-references#architecture-review#emergent#code-coupling
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jamestexas/agents --skill diagram-gen-emergent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: diagram-gen-emergent
Source: https://github.com/jamestexas/agents/tree/main/skills/diagram-gen-emergent
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jamestexas/agents --skill diagram-gen-emergent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The emergent diagram tool helps software teams understand actual code coupling by building a bottom-up visualization from real cross-reference data, exposing how components interact in practice rather than how they were intended to.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate a diagram from real cross-reference data to show emergent dependencies and coupling.
  • Support for layout options and a compact output suitable for inclusion in PR reviews and architecture discussions.
  • Use case: pair with diagram-gen-spec to compare expected vs actual code structure and identify drift early in development and review cycles.

Quick Start

Generate a bottom-up diagram from real code cross-references to reveal emergent coupling.

Frequently Asked Questions about diagram-gen-emergent

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I visualize actual code coupling from cross-references in a large codebase?▼

You can visualize code coupling by generating a bottom-up diagram from real cross-reference data, which reveals emergent dependencies and hotspots. This surfaces how components interact in practice rather than how they were intended to.

What is emergent code coupling and how does it differ from intended architecture?▼

Emergent code coupling is the actual dependency structure that arises from real cross-references across a codebase. It differs from intended architecture by exposing how components interact in practice, revealing drift and hotspots early in review cycles.

How do I generate diagrams suitable for embedding in PR reviews and architecture discussions?▼

Generate diagrams with layout and compact output options designed for inclusion in PR reviews. The compact format keeps the visualization small enough to embed directly in review comments and architecture discussion threads.

Can I compare expected versus actual code structure to identify architecture drift?▼

Yes, you can pair this with diagram-gen-spec to compare expected versus actual code structure. This combination identifies drift early in development and review cycles by contrasting intended design with emergent coupling.

Does this work for software architecture reviews and onboarding across large codebases?▼

Yes, it is specifically designed for architecture reviews, PR reviews, and onboarding. It parses source code references and produces diagrams that surface dependencies and hotspots across large codebases to help teams understand actual coupling.

What's the best way to surface dependency hotspots during refactoring?▼

The best way to surface dependency hotspots is to aggregate real cross-reference data into a bottom-up diagram. This reveals emergent structure and coupling patterns, exposing which components are heavily interdependent during refactoring efforts.

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