Project Title

mermaid — Generate diagrams and flowcharts from text in a markdown-like syntax

Overview

Mermaid is a JavaScript-based tool that enables developers to create diagrams and flowcharts from text using a simple, markdown-like syntax. It helps to reduce the time spent on documentation and keeps diagrams up-to-date with the codebase, addressing the common issue of documentation becoming outdated.

Key Features

Text-based diagramming using a markdown-like syntax
Supports various diagram types, including flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and Gantt charts
Integrates with Markdown files and can be used in various platforms like Jira, Confluence, and GitHub

Use Cases

Developers using Mermaid to create and maintain diagrams within their code documentation
Project managers using flowcharts to visualize and plan project workflows
Technical writers incorporating diagrams into user manuals and guides to enhance understanding

Advantages

Easy to learn and use, with a syntax similar to markdown
Reduces the time and effort required to create and update diagrams
Keeps diagrams in sync with the code, reducing the risk of documentation becoming outdated

Limitations / Considerations

Limited to text-based input, which might not be suitable for complex graphical designs
The learning curve for new users, although minimal, may still require some time to get accustomed to the syntax
May not be the best fit for projects requiring highly customized or intricate diagrams

Graphviz: A graph visualization software that has been around for a longer time and is more powerful but has a steeper learning curve.
PlantUML: Another tool for creating UML diagrams from a simple description language, but it is more focused on UML diagrams rather than a broader range of diagram types.
Draw.io ( diagrams.net ): A web-based diagramming tool that offers a graphical interface and is more user-friendly for non-technical users.

Basic Information

GitHub: mermaid-js/mermaid
Stars: 82,653
License: Unknown
Last Commit: 2025-09-04

📊 Project Information

Project Name: mermaid
GitHub URL: https://github.com/mermaid-js/mermaid
Programming Language: TypeScript
⭐ Stars: 82,653
🍴 Forks: 7,994
📅 Created: 2014-11-01
🔄 Last Updated: 2025-09-04

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