mermaid

Render Mermaid diagrams into ASCII art or SVG files.

3|3|Updated Dec 26, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/genomewalker/cc-soul --skill mermaid-genomewalker
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Skill: mermaid
Source: https://github.com/genomewalker/cc-soul/tree/main/skills/mermaid
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/genomewalker/cc-soul --skill mermaid-genomewalker

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps visualize complex information, code structures, and workflows by rendering text-based Mermaid diagrams into easily understandable visual formats.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diagram Rendering: Converts Mermaid syntax into ASCII art for terminal display or SVG files for sharing.
  • Supports Multiple Diagram Types: Handles flowcharts, sequence diagrams, state diagrams, class diagrams, and ER diagrams.
  • Use Case: When explaining a system's architecture or a user's journey, you can use this Skill to generate a flowchart directly in the chat, making the explanation much clearer.

Quick Start

Use the mermaid skill to render the following flowchart as ASCII art.

Frequently Asked Questions about mermaid

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I render Mermaid diagrams as ASCII art in a terminal?

To render Mermaid diagrams as ASCII art, this Skill converts Mermaid syntax into text-based visual representations for terminal display. It uses the mermaid-render script to generate visual diagrams directly in your terminal or chat interface.

Can I generate SVG files from Mermaid flowcharts?

Yes, you can generate SVG files from Mermaid flowcharts. The Skill renders text-based Mermaid syntax into SVG files, allowing you to easily share visual representations of system architectures and workflows.

What diagram types are supported by the mermaid-render script?

The mermaid-render script supports rendering multiple diagram types, including flowcharts, sequence diagrams, state diagrams, class diagrams, and ER diagrams into visual representations like ASCII art or SVG files.

Are there any dependencies required to visualize code structures with Mermaid?

No external dependencies are required to visualize code structures with Mermaid. This Skill operates independently using its internal scripts to render text-based diagrams into visual formats.

What is the best way to explain system architecture using text-based diagrams?

The best way to explain system architecture is using Mermaid syntax to generate flowcharts directly in the chat. This Skill renders the text-based diagrams into easily understandable visual representations like ASCII art or SVG files.