sdedit ☆

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Description:
Tool for generating sequence diagrams very quickly

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: diagrams sequence-diagrams visualization documentation uml developer-tools

Install: brew install sdedit

About:
Sdedit is a lightweight Java-based tool that enables rapid creation of sequence diagrams using a simple text-based syntax. It allows developers to visualize object interactions and system flows without the overhead of complex diagramming software. The tool generates diagrams in real-time, making it ideal for quick documentation and design discussions.

Key Features:

Text-based syntax for fast diagram creation
Real-time diagram generation and preview
Lightweight Java application with no complex dependencies
Supports multiple output formats including PNG and SVG
Interactive GUI for editing and refinement

Use Cases:

Documenting software architecture and system interactions
Creating visual aids for technical presentations and documentation
Rapid prototyping of API call sequences and data flows
Teaching and explaining object-oriented design patterns

Alternatives:

PlantUML – More feature-rich with broader diagram types but requires more setup
Graphviz – More powerful for general graph visualization but less specialized for sequence diagrams
Mermaid – Web-based with better integration into markdown documentation

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