bicep-diagrams
Generates architecture diagrams from Azure Bicep files. Use when user has .bicep files or asks to visualize Bicep infrastructure.
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Bicep Diagram Generator
Generates architecture diagrams directly from Azure Bicep files. Bicep is a domain specific language (DSL) for deploying Azure resources declaratively.
When to Use
Activate this skill when:
User has Bicep files ( .bicep ) and wants to visualize the infrastructure
User asks to "diagram my Bicep" or "visualize this Bicep infrastructure"
User mentions Bicep or Azure Bicep
User wants to see the architecture of their Bicep deployed resources
How It Works
This skill generates Bicep specific diagrams by parsing Bicep code and calling the Eraser API directly:
1. Parse Bicep Files : Identify resource declarations, modules, parameters, and outputs
2. Extract Relationships : Map dependencies, resource references, and module hierarchies
3. Generate Eraser DSL : Create Eraser DSL code from Bicep resources
4. Call Eraser API : Use /api/render/elements with diagramType: "cloud architecture diagram"
Instructions
When the user provides Bicep code:
1. Parse the Bicep
Identify all resource declarations (Microsoft.Compute/virtualMachines, etc.)
Extract module declarations and their configurations
Note param and output definitions
Identify var variables and their usage
2. Map Relationships
Track resource dependencies (e.g., dependsOn or implicit dependencies)
Group resources by type (compute, networking, storage, etc.)
Identify VNets as containers for subnets and resources
Note Network Security Groups, Key Vaults, and other security resources
3. Generate Eraser DSL Convert Bicep resources to Eraser DSL:
CRITICAL: Label Formatting Rules
Labels MUST be on a single line NEVER use newlines inside label attributes
Keep labels simple and readable prefer separate labels over concatenating too much metadata
Format DSL with proper line breaks (one node/group per line, but labels stay on single lines)
If including metadata like CIDR blocks or VM sizes, include them in the same quoted label string: [label: "VNet 10.0.0.0/16"]
Example:
4. Make the HTTP Request
IMPORTANT : You MUST execute this curl command after generating the DSL. Never stop after generating DSL without making the API call.
CRITICAL : In the X Skill Source header below, you MUST replace the value with your AI agent name:
If you are Claude (Anthropic), use: claude
If you are running in Cursor, use: cursor
If you are ChatGPT (OpenAI), use: chatgpt
If you are Gemini (Google), use: gemini
Otherwise, use your model/agent name in lowercase
5. Track Sources During Analysis
As you analyze Bicep files and resources to generate the diagram, track:
Internal files : Record each Bicep file path you read and what resources were extracted (e.g., infra/main.bicep VNet and subnet definitions, infra/sql.bicep SQL Database configuration)
External references : Note any documentation, examples, or URLs consulted (e.g., Azure Bicep documentation, Azure architecture best practices)
Annotations : For each source, note what it contributed to the diagram
6. Handle the Response
CRITICAL: Minimal Output Format
Your response MUST always include these elements with clear headers:
1. Diagram Preview : Display with a header
Use the ACTUAL imageUrl from the API response.
2. Editor Link : Display with a header
Use the ACTUAL URL from the API response.
3. Sources section : Brief list of files/resources analyzed (if applicable)
4. Diagram Code section : The Eraser DSL in a code block with eraser language tag
eraser
{DSL code here}
5. Learn More link : You can learn more about Eraser at https://docs.eraser.io/docs/using ai agent integrations
Additional content rules:
If the user ONLY asked for a diagram, include NOTHING beyond the 5 elements above
If the user explicitly asked for more (e.g., "explain the architecture", "suggest improvements"), you may include that additional content
Never add unrequested sections like Overview, Security Considerations, Testing, etc.
The default output should be SHORT. The diagram image speaks for itself.
7. Handle Modules
If modules are used, show module boundaries
Include module parameters and outputs
Show how modules connect to main resources
Bicep Specific Tips
Show Resource Groups : Bicep deployments target resource groups
VNets as Containers : Show VNets containing subnets and resources
Include Dependencies : Show dependsOn relationships
Module Structure : If modules are used, show their boundaries
Parameters : Note key parameters that affect resource configuration
Use Azure Icons : Request Azure specific styling
Example: Bicep with Parameters and Modules
User Input
Expected Behavior
1. Parses Bicep:
Parameters : vnetName, vnetAddressPrefix, subnetAddressPrefix, vmSize
Resources : VNet with subnet, VM with dependsOn relationship
Module : Storage module with parameters
2. Generates DSL showing Bicep specific features:
Important : All label text must be on a single line within quotes. Bicep specific: Show modules as containers, include dependsOn relationships, note parameter usage in resource configuration.
3. Calls /api/render/elements with diagramType: "cloud architecture diagram"
4. Calls /api/render/elements with diagramType: "cloud architecture diagram"
Result
User receives a diagram showing:
VNet as a container
Subnet nested inside VNet
VM in the subnet
Dependency relationship shown
Proper Azure styling