mermaid-diagram-creator

Generate Mermaid diagrams as ASCII art or standalone HTML files.

1|Updated Dec 1, 2016
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aaron-vaz/dotfiles --skill mermaid-diagram-creator-aaron-vaz
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Skill: mermaid-diagram-creator
Source: https://github.com/aaron-vaz/dotfiles/tree/main/opencode/.opencode/skills/mermaid-diagram-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aaron-vaz/dotfiles --skill mermaid-diagram-creator-aaron-vaz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation and rendering of visual diagrams from Mermaid syntax, transforming complex information into easily understandable charts and graphs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diagram Generation: Renders various diagram types (flowcharts, sequence, state, class, ER) from Mermaid code.
  • Multiple Output Formats: Supports ASCII art for terminal previews and standalone HTML files for web embedding.
  • Theme Customization: Offers 15 built-in themes to match different aesthetic requirements.
  • Use Case: Visualize your system architecture as a flowchart or document an API interaction sequence using a sequence diagram, then embed the generated HTML in your project's README.

Quick Start

Write a Mermaid diagram in a file named 'diagram.mmd' and then render it to an HTML file named 'diagram.html' using the Bash tool.

Frequently Asked Questions about mermaid-diagram-creator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert Mermaid syntax to a flowchart in an HTML file?

You can convert Mermaid syntax to a flowchart by writing the diagram code in a .mmd file and rendering it to a standalone HTML file. This allows you to directly embed the generated visualization into your project's README.

What is the best way to generate sequence diagrams for API interactions from text?

The best way to generate sequence diagrams for API interactions is to use text-based Mermaid syntax. This approach supports sequence diagrams alongside state, class, and ER diagrams, transforming complex API interactions into easily understandable visual charts.

Can I preview Mermaid diagrams in the terminal without a browser?

Yes, you can preview Mermaid diagrams directly in the terminal. The rendering tool supports ASCII art output, allowing you to visualize system designs and data models without needing a web browser or graphical interface.

Does the Mermaid diagram generator support themes for web embedding?

Yes, the Mermaid diagram generator supports theme customization with 15 built-in themes. This allows you to match different aesthetic requirements when rendering diagrams to standalone HTML files for web embedding.

What diagram types can I render using text-based syntax?

You can render multiple diagram types using text-based syntax, including flowcharts, sequence diagrams, state diagrams, class diagrams, and ER diagrams. This enables visualization of system architectures, API interactions, state machines, and data models.

Do I need any external dependencies to render Mermaid diagrams?

No external dependencies are required to render Mermaid diagrams. The tool utilizes a bundled CLI to generate and render visualizations into ASCII art or HTML files directly from your text-based syntax.