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flowzap-xyz

Create workflow, sequence, architecture, and mind map diagrams via AI assistants.

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FlowZap MCP Server

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Create workflow, sequence, and architecture diagrams using AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and 8 other MCP-compatible tools.

FlowZap is a visual workflow diagramming tool with a text-based DSL called FlowZap Code. This MCP server lets AI assistants create diagrams for you.

What is FlowZap?

FlowZap turns text prompts into triple-view diagrams (Workflow, Sequence & Architecture) using FlowZap Code DSL. It is NOT Mermaid, NOT PlantUML - it is a unique domain-specific language designed for simplicity and AI generation.

Key Facts:

  • Only 4 shapes: circle, rectangle, diamond, taskbox
  • Node attributes use colon: label:"Text"
  • Edge labels use equals: [label="Text"]
  • Handles required: n1.handle(right) -> n2.handle(left)
  • Lane display label must be on the same line as the opening brace: laneName { # Label
  • Sequence diagram quality: every cross-lane request needs a matching response edge before the next major request; define edges in chronological order; keep a strict request → response → next request rhythm; no orphaned nodes

Installation

The FlowZap MCP Server works with any tool that supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP):

All Compatible Coding Tools

ToolHow to Configure
Claude DesktopAdd to claude_desktop_config.json:
macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
Claude CodeRun: claude mcp add --transport stdio flowzap -- npx -y flowzap-mcp
Or add to .mcp.json in your project root.
CursorOpen Settings → Features → MCP Servers → Add Server. Use the same JSON config.
Windsurf IDEAdd to ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json
OpenAI CodexAdd to ~/.codex/config.toml:
[mcp_servers.flowzap]
command = "npx"
args = ["-y", "flowzap-mcp"]
Or run: codex mcp add flowzap -- npx -y flowzap-mcp
Warp TerminalSettings → MCP Servers → Click "+ Add" → Paste the JSON config.
Zed EditorAdd to settings.json:
{"context_servers": {"flowzap": {"command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "flowzap-mcp"]}}}
Cline (VS Code)Open Cline sidebar → MCP Servers icon → Edit cline_mcp_settings.json
Roo Code (VS Code)Add to .roo/mcp.json in project or global settings.
Continue.devCreate .continue/mcpServers/flowzap.yaml with:
name: FlowZap
mcpServers:
- name: flowzap
command: npx
args: ["-y", "flowzap-mcp"]
Sourcegraph CodyAdd to VS Code settings.json via openctx.providers configuration.

Not Compatible: Replit and Lovable.dev only support remote MCP servers via URL. Use the Public API instead.

JSON Configuration

All tools use the same JSON configuration format:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "flowzap": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "flowzap-mcp"]
    }
  }
}

Windows Users: If tools don't appear, use the absolute path:

"command": "C:\\Program Files\\nodejs\\npx.cmd"

Find your npx path with: where.exe npx

Available Tools

Core Tools

ToolDescription
flowzap_validateValidate FlowZap Code syntax
flowzap_create_playgroundCreate a shareable diagram URL
flowzap_get_syntaxGet FlowZap Code syntax documentation

Agent-Focused Tools

ToolDescription
flowzap_export_graphExport FlowZap Code as structured JSON graph (lanes, nodes, edges) for reasoning
flowzap_artifact_to_diagramParse HTTP logs, OpenAPI specs, or code into FlowZap diagrams
flowzap_diffCompare two versions of FlowZap Code and get structured diff
flowzap_apply_changeApply structured patch operations (insert/remove/update nodes/edges)

Compliance Tool

ToolDescription
flowzap_compliance_checkRun automated SOC2, GDPR, and PIPL compliance analysis on a FlowZap Code data-flow diagram. Backed by Deepseek LLM with strict rate limits (3/day per IP, 1/hour burst, global 5-min circuit breaker). Returns a shareable ephemeral result URL (60-min TTL).

Mind Map Tools

ToolDescription
flowzap_mindmap_validateValidate FlowZap Code syntax and mind-map readiness
flowzap_mindmap_approveCheck if code is suitable for Mind Map rendering (diamonds/taskboxes = ERROR)
flowzap_mindmap_templateGenerate a ready-to-extend Mind Map tree skeleton
flowzap_mindmap_create_playgroundCreate a playground URL with ?view=mindmap

Usage Examples

Basic Diagram Creation

Ask your AI assistant:

  • "Generate a Sequence diagram of the current Sign In flow implemented in this App"
  • "Create a workflow diagram for an order processing system"
  • "Create an architecture diagram for a microservices API gateway"
  • "Make a flowchart showing user registration flow"
  • "Diagram a CI/CD pipeline with build, test, and deploy stages"

Agent-Focused Workflows

Parse HTTP Logs into Diagrams:

"Here are my nginx access logs. Create a sequence diagram showing the request flow."

The agent uses flowzap_artifact_to_diagram with artifactType: "http_logs".

Analyze Diagram Structure:

"Which steps in this workflow touch the database?"

The agent uses flowzap_export_graph to get a JSON graph, then queries it.

Show What Changed:

"I updated the workflow. What's different from the previous version?"

The agent uses flowzap_diff to compare old and new code.

Safe Incremental Updates:

"Add a logging step after the API call in this diagram."

The agent uses flowzap_apply_change with a structured patch instead of regenerating.

Compliance Audit:

"Check my data flow diagram for SOC2, GDPR, and PIPL compliance."

The agent uses flowzap_compliance_check to run an automated audit and returns a shareable result page.

Mind Map Creation:

"Create a mind map about AI agent architecture"

The agent uses flowzap_mindmap_template to generate a skeleton, then validates and creates a playground with ?view=mindmap.

The assistant will:

  1. Generate FlowZap Code based on your description
  2. Validate the code
  3. Create a playground URL with the appropriate view (workflow, sequence, or architecture) to view and share

FlowZap Code Example

sales { # Sales Team
  n1: circle label:"Order Received"
  n2: rectangle label:"Submit Order"
  n5: rectangle label:"Receive decision"
  n1.handle(right) -> n2.handle(left)
  n2.handle(bottom) -> fulfillment.n3.handle(top) [label="Submit"]
}

fulfillment { # Fulfillment
  n3: rectangle label:"Review Order"
  n4: rectangle label:"Return decision"
  n3.handle(right) -> n4.handle(left)
  n4.handle(top) -> sales.n5.handle(bottom) [label="Approved"]
}

Public API Endpoints

These endpoints are available for external integrations (no authentication required):

EndpointMethodRate LimitDescription
/api/validatePOST30/minValidate FlowZap Code syntax
/api/playground/createPOST5/min, 50/dayCreate ephemeral playground URL (15-min TTL)
/api/compliance-checkPOST5/min, 30/dayRun SOC2/GDPR/PIPL compliance analysis on FlowZap Code. Returns frameworks + shareable result URL (60-min TTL). Backed by Deepseek LLM.

Security

  • No authentication required - Uses only public FlowZap APIs
  • No user data access - Cannot read your diagrams or account
  • Runs locally - The MCP server runs on your machine
  • SSRF protected - Only connects to flowzap.xyz
  • Rate limited - 30 requests/minute client-side
  • Input validation - 50KB max code size

Agent Skill (skills.sh)

Install the FlowZap skill for 40+ compatible coding agents via skills.sh:

npx skills add flowzap-xyz/flowzap-mcp

Public MCP Adoption Signals

Official Listings

Links

License

MIT

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