mermaid-architect

Generate Mermaid diagrams from codebase structure and component relationships.

Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JNZader/javi-ai --skill mermaid-architect-jnzader
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Skill: mermaid-architect
Source: https://github.com/JNZader/javi-ai/tree/main/own/plugins/mermaid/skills/mermaid-architect
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JNZader/javi-ai --skill mermaid-architect-jnzader

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers quickly visualize complex codebases by converting their structure into a set of Mermaid diagrams, reducing manual diagramming time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatically identify major codebase components (modules, layers, services) and translate them into Mermaid diagram types (architecture, class, sequence, deployment) as appropriate.
  • Generate a curated set of diagrams (typically 3-5) based on real code and file structure to support system design discussions and documentation.

Quick Start

Provide a path to a code repository and let the tool generate a suite of Mermaid diagrams from the project structure.

Frequently Asked Questions about mermaid-architect

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate Mermaid diagrams from a codebase automatically?

You can generate Mermaid diagrams from a codebase by providing a path to the repository, allowing the tool to analyze the file structure and output ready-to-render Mermaid Markdown diagrams for architecture, data flow, and component relationships.

What is the best way to visualize codebase architecture for system design discussions?

Visualizing codebase architecture is best handled by generating a curated set of Mermaid diagrams from real code and file structure, translating major modules and layers into architecture, class, and sequence diagrams to support system design discussions.

Can I use automated diagram generation for repositories written in different programming languages?

Automated diagram generation works with repositories of varying languages by analyzing the repository structure and identifying major codebase components, regardless of the specific programming language used in the code.

What types of Mermaid diagrams can be generated from repository structure analysis?

Repository structure analysis identifies candidate diagram types such as architecture, class, sequence, and deployment diagrams, typically outputting a curated set of 3 to 5 Mermaid Markdown diagrams based on the real code.

How do I reduce manual diagramming time when documenting complex codebases?

To reduce manual diagramming time for complex codebases, you can apply an automated tool that translates the repository structure into a set of Mermaid diagrams, reducing the need to manually draw component relationships.

Do I need to manually specify diagram types when converting code structure into Mermaid diagrams?

You do not need to manually specify diagram types when converting code structure, because the tool analyzes the repository structure and automatically identifies candidate diagram types appropriate for the codebase components.