Sequence Diagram Examples

Start with Mermaid sequence diagram examples for API calls, service interactions, and user-facing flows.

API request sequence example

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sequenceDiagram
  participant Browser
  participant API
  participant Database
  Browser->>API: Request data
  API->>Database: Query records
  Database-->>API: Return records
  API-->>Browser: Render response

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Mermaid sequence diagram?
A Mermaid sequence diagram shows interactions between participants over time using text-based Mermaid syntax.
Can I export sequence diagram examples?
Yes. Preview the example in Mermaid Viewer and export it as SVG or PNG.