Lucidchart just got even more intelligent: Introducing diagram as code

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If you know Lucidchart, you know how powerful its intelligent diagramming capabilities are. From a variety of dynamic features to 1,000+ templates, Lucidchart levels up the way you diagram so you can save time and accomplish more.

And it just got better!

We’re excited to announce diagram as code, Lucidchart’s latest advanced intelligent diagramming feature that truly sets it apart as the best solution for both engineering and IT teams (among others)! This feature comes highly requested by our users, and we can’t wait for you to try it out.

What is diagram as code?

Diagram as code is a unique way for engineers and IT teams to enhance their processes quickly and specifically so their workflows are truly optimized for their org’s needs. The feature allows you to preview your diagram within seconds before you embed it into your Lucid workspace, so you can avoid mistakes and errors.

Choose between a list of diagram types, and your code will update in real time to reflect that type. Specifically, diagram as code will work for flowcharts, sequence diagrams, class diagrams, state diagrams, C4 diagrams, Gantt charts, ERDs, and Sankey diagrams.

Note that this feature will create a static visual. If users then want to update the diagram after creating it, they’ll need to do it in the codebase rather than the canvas.

With diagram as code, you can generate a diagram with Mermaid coding—Mermaid was selected based on survey results.

Try out diagram as code today

If you’re part of an engineering or IT team that wants to leverage diagrams to clarify their work, Lucidchart is the best solution available. And diagram as code is just the newest advanced feature among the already-lengthy feature set that makes Lucidchart a dynamic choice for teams trying to do their best work.

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About Lucidchart

Lucidchart, a cloud-based intelligent diagramming application, is a core component of Lucid Software's Visual Collaboration Suite. This intuitive, cloud-based solution empowers teams to collaborate in real-time to build flowcharts, mockups, UML diagrams, customer journey maps, and more. Lucidchart propels teams forward to build the future faster. Lucid is proud to serve top businesses around the world, including customers such as Google, GE, and NBC Universal, and 99% of the Fortune 500. Lucid partners with industry leaders, including Google, Atlassian, and Microsoft. Since its founding, Lucid has received numerous awards for its products, business, and workplace culture. For more information, visit lucidchart.com.

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