Hey everyone! I’m trying to put together some basic system layouts for a project I’m working on. I’m not looking for anything too fancy or complicated. Just something that’ll help me visualize the overall structure.
Does anyone have suggestions for user-friendly software or online tools that could help me out? I’ve heard there are some good options out there, but I’m not sure where to start.
It’d be great if you could share your go-to tools for this kind of thing. Maybe something that’s easy to learn and doesn’t require a lot of technical know-how? Thanks in advance for any recommendations!
ooh, have u tried figma? its not just for ui design! i use it for system layouts too. super intuitive and the collab features are awesome. plus, its free for basic use. You can make cool flowcharts and diagrams easily. wanna give it a go together sometime?
i like using miro for system designs. its super easy to use and has tons of templates. you can collaborate with others too which is neat. plus the free version is pretty good for basic stuff. just drag and drop shapes and connect em. give it a shot!
I’ve found draw.io to be an excellent tool for creating system design layouts. It’s free, web-based, and offers a wide range of templates and shapes specifically for system architecture diagrams. The interface is intuitive, allowing you to drag and drop elements easily.
Another solid option is Lucidchart. While it has a paid version, the free tier is often sufficient for basic system designs. It integrates well with other tools like Google Workspace and offers real-time collaboration features.
For a more specialized tool, you might want to check out C4 Model. It’s designed specifically for software architecture and provides a standardized approach to system design. It can help you create consistent, easy-to-understand diagrams across different levels of abstraction.