Excalidraw
Excalidraw analyzes your codebase to automatically generate architecture diagrams in .excalidraw format, complete with components, services, databases, and data flows mapped visually. Optionally export your diagrams to PNG or SVG for documentation and sharing.
Excalidraw generates architecture diagrams as .excalidraw files directly from codebase analysis.
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Install
dirnbauer/webconsulting-skills/excalidraw · repository language: Shell
git clone https://github.com/dirnbauer/webconsulting-skills
cp -r webconsulting-skills ~/.claude/skills/excalidrawgenerated, unverified - the skill's exact subdirectory could not be determined; check the repository on GitHub
Frequently asked questions
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What is Excalidraw and how do I use it?
Excalidraw is a free, open-source browser-based drawing application that lets you create hand-drawn style diagrams without installation. Simply visit the app in your browser, select shapes and tools from the toolbar, and sketch flowcharts, wireframes, architecture diagrams, and other visual content. The hand-drawn aesthetic gives your diagrams a casual, approachable feel while remaining clear and professional.
Can I create drawings with Excalidraw and share them in real time?
Yes, Excalidraw supports real-time collaboration. You can invite others to work on the same diagram simultaneously, seeing each person's edits as they happen. This makes Excalidraw ideal for team brainstorming sessions, design reviews, and remote whiteboarding where multiple people need to contribute to visual content at once.
Is Excalidraw free and open source?
Excalidraw is completely free to use and open-source, with no subscription or licensing fees. You can access it directly in your browser without downloading or installing anything. The open-source nature means the community continuously improves the tool, and developers can contribute or self-host if needed.
What diagram types can I make with Excalidraw?
Excalidraw excels at creating flowcharts, wireframes, architecture diagrams, and other technical sketches quickly. Its hand-drawn style works well for user flows, system designs, database schemas, and conceptual diagrams. The tool provides shapes, connectors, and text elements to map out components, services, and data flows visually.
What export options does Excalidraw offer?
Excalidraw lets you export diagrams to multiple formats including PNG and SVG, making it easy to share your visual designs in documentation, presentations, or other applications. You can also save your work in Excalidraw's native format for future editing, and share diagrams via links for real-time collaboration.
Can I use Excalidraw offline?
Excalidraw works as a browser-based application and supports offline mode, allowing you to create and edit diagrams even without an internet connection. Your work is stored locally, and you can sync or export when you reconnect online, making Excalidraw flexible for various working environments.