uml-diagrams

To generate PlantUML and Mermaid diagrams for software design, use this skill to produce syntax-correct notations. It provides standardized guidance for creating valid class, sequence, and state machine diagrams while avoiding common anti-patterns.

Documenting domain modeling and API contracts is best achieved using standardized UML diagrams. This skill provides templates for sequence and class diagrams to align stakeholders on system structure, entity lifecycles, and behavior before implementation.

For state machine and activity modeling, you should use UML state machine and activity diagrams. This skill supports the five most practical UML diagram types and includes a selection guide to match your specific design question to the correct diagram.

Yes, this skill supports both PlantUML and Mermaid syntax for sequence diagrams. It offers dual tool compatibility with ready-to-use, syntax-correct examples so you can generate diagrams in your team's preferred tool without learning complex notation.

To avoid anti-patterns when creating class diagrams for an e-commerce order flow, apply this skill's best practice guidance. It ensures correct notation and relationship types for entities like Order and LineItem, eliminating inconsistent software design documentation.