mermaid

Generate flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and more using Mermaid syntax.

11|1|Updated Mar 18, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cndoit18/dotfiles --skill mermaid-cndoit18
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Skill: mermaid
Source: https://github.com/cndoit18/dotfiles/tree/main/home/dot_claude/skills/mermaid
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cndoit18/dotfiles --skill mermaid-cndoit18

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill transforms natural language descriptions into visual diagrams, making complex information easy to understand and share without manual drawing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diagram Generation: Create flowcharts, sequence diagrams, class diagrams, and more from simple text.
  • Code to Diagram: Visualize code structure or system architecture.
  • Use Case: Describe a user login flow, and get a sequence diagram illustrating the steps between the user, app, and database.

Quick Start

Generate a flowchart diagram describing the steps to bake a cake.

Frequently Asked Questions about mermaid

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a flowchart from natural language text?

You can generate a flowchart by providing a natural language description of your process, which the tool translates into Mermaid syntax and renders into a visual diagram automatically.

Can I visualize code structure or system architecture as a sequence diagram?

Yes, you can visualize code structure by analyzing your codebase to generate sequence diagrams or class diagrams using Mermaid syntax to map out system architecture interactions.

What diagram formats can I export using mermaid-cli?

Using mermaid-cli, you can validate and render diagrams into SVG, PNG, or PDF formats, allowing you to easily share and integrate the visual outputs into your documentation.

Does this tool support creating Gantt charts and state diagrams?

Yes, the tool supports creating Gantt charts and state diagrams, alongside flowcharts and class diagrams, by converting text descriptions into these specific visual formats.

How do I edit existing diagrams without redrawing them?

Editing existing diagrams is done by modifying the underlying Mermaid syntax text, which the tool re-validates and re-renders into the updated visual output, bypassing manual redrawing.