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Django Mermaid

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Django template tag for rendering mermaid diagrams.

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Overview

Django Mermaid is a Python package that allows users to use mermaid diagrams in Django templates. Mermaid is a JavaScript-based diagramming and charting tool that renders Markdown-inspired text definitions to create and modify diagrams dynamically.

Features

  • Installation: Easy installation process with code snippets provided.
  • Configuration: Guide to configuring Django Mermaid in your Django project's settings.py file.
  • Usage: Instructions on how to load and use mermaid in your templates using template tags.
  • Mermaid version: Ability to specify a specific version of mermaid to use.
  • Mermaid theme: Set a default theme for your project or dynamically override it in the template tag.
  • Mermaid theme variables: Customize the theme by overriding the available theme variables.
  • Contribute: Users are encouraged to contribute by opening issues or pull requests.
  • License: Django Mermaid is licensed under the MIT license.

Summary

Django Mermaid is a Python package that integrates the mermaid diagramming and charting tool with Django templates. With easy installation and configuration, users can quickly start using mermaid diagrams in their Django projects. The package also provides flexibility in choosing the mermaid version and customizing the theme. Contributions are encouraged, and the package is licensed under the MIT license.

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Django

Django is a high-level Python web framework that encourages rapid development and clean, pragmatic design. It follows the model-view-controller (MVC) architectural pattern, providing an extensive set of built-in tools and conventions to streamline the creation of robust and scalable web applications.

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Templates & Themes

A template or theme refers to a pre-designed layout or structure that provides a basic framework for building a specific type of application or website. It typically includes good design, placeholder content and functional features, allowing developers to customize and fill in the details according to their specific needs.