Mermaid
Mermaid

Generation of diagram and flowchart from text in a similar manner as markdown.

Mermaid is an open-source diagramming and charting tool.

The main features and ecosystem details covered in the source include:

  • Text-Based Diagramming: Enables creating diagrams and charts using plain text syntax, complete with an official Live Editor (mermaid.live) for real-time previews without requiring an account.

  • Unified Platform at Mermaid.ai: Hosted at mermaid.ai, providing a single home for the core open-source library and the broader platform built around it.

  • Flexible Editor Capabilities: Supports building and rendering diagrams via code, AI, drag-and-drop, or voice commands within the editor.

  • Integrations & Documentation: Offers extensive integrations with third-party applications, syntax references, diagram guides, and contributor documentation.

  • Award-Winning Project: Created by Knut Sveidqvist, the project won the 2019 JavaScript Open Source Award for "The Most Exciting Use of Technology".