Diagrams

Integrating Mermaid Diagrams into Your Hugo Site Mermaid is a powerful JavaScript-based diagramming and charting tool that lets you create diagrams using text and code, making them version-controllable and maintainable. By integrating Mermaid with your Hugo site, you can create flowcharts, sequence diagrams, class diagrams, and more, all within your Markdown content. Why Use Mermaid with Hugo? Simple Syntax: Create diagrams using an easy-to-learn markdown-like syntax Maintainable: Store diagrams as text, making them version-controllable Dynamic: Diagrams render in the browser, enabling interactive features Adaptable: Your diagrams will automatically match your site’s theme Let’s walk through the steps to add Mermaid support to your Hugo site. ...

Mastering System Design Through Diagrams: A Personal Journey A few years ago, I found myself in an interview where I was asked about architecture diagrams—and honestly, I choked. That moment was a wake-up call. I realized that if I wanted to be confident in system design and convey my ideas clearly, I needed to make diagrams a core part of my process. Today, I’m sharing my step-by-step approach to diagramming through the various stages of system development. Not only will this guide help you in interviews, but it also serves as a roadmap to developing well-thought-out systems. ...