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I always wanted some tool to auto-generate architecture diagram in VS Code, so I built one!
r/SideProject
5/22/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vxplain | https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=Vxplain.vxplain | VS Code Extension | Auto-generated architecture diagrams, interactive call graphs, multi-level summaries, directory tree visualization, code-to-diagram snippets |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Difficulty visualizing and understanding unfamiliar code
- Need for better code comprehension tools
- Desire for automated architecture visualization
Problems to Solve:
- Making code architecture more accessible and understandable
- Reducing time spent manually creating diagrams
- Improving developer onboarding and codebase understanding
Potential Solutions:
- AI-powered code analysis and visualization
- Local mode for privacy-conscious users
- Support for custom LLMs and AI services
- Open source development model
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building a community through Discord
- Offering both AI and local processing options
- Providing clear installation instructions
- Optimizing performance for better user experience
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging Reddit community for early adopters
- Providing direct marketplace link for easy installation
- Encouraging user feedback and engagement
Monetization & Product:
- Considering open source model for community building
- Offering both free and premium features
- Providing asynchronous processing for performance
User Engagement:
- Creating interactive and visual features
- Building a Discord community for real-time interaction
- Encouraging user feedback and participation