Vue Flowy

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Growing FlowChart component for vuejs

Overview

Vue-Flowy is a unique tool designed for creating flowcharts within Vue applications with the help of the Dagre D3 renderer. While it simplifies the construction of flowcharts in Vue 2 projects, it's essential to note that the package has been deprecated. This means users are encouraged to access the Dagre D3 renderer directly as a more stable alternative. Nevertheless, Vue-Flowy still offers an interesting approach to visualizing data workflows and could be helpful for those looking to integrate simple flowchart functionalities into their projects.

Set up is straightforward and made simple with NPM or Yarn installation. After registering Vue-Flowy as a component or plugin, users can begin creating flowcharts by crafting a new FlowChart instance. Would-be contributors to the project may find it an intriguing opportunity to enhance an open-source tool that simplifies flowchart generation.

Features

  • Installation Flexibility: Easily install Vue-Flowy using NPM or Yarn, catering to various development preferences.
  • Custom FlowChart Creation: Users can create personalized flowcharts starting with the FlowChart class, allowing for tailored workflows.
  • Node Management: Add elements to the flowchart with the addElement method, each requiring a unique ID for clarity and organization.
  • Edge Connections: Connect flowchart elements smoothly using the leadsTo method, facilitating visual representation of relationships.
  • Event Handling: Enhance interactivity by adding events to FlowElements with the on method, providing user engagement options.
  • Open Source Contribution: As the project welcomes contributions, developers can participate in its growth by cloning the repository and submitting pull requests.