Feature design
Map the first 4–8 entities for a new feature before implementation begins.
ERD diagrams in Confluence: what to use it for
Create editable diagrams that live near the Confluence documentation they explain. diagram.now focuses on practical technical and business visuals: flowcharts, UML, BPMN, ERD, mind maps, cloud architecture, network diagrams, and wireframes.
Common use cases
Migration planning
Compare current and target schemas beside migration notes and risk decisions.
Domain modeling
Show bounded-context entities and relationships for engineering and product review.
API documentation
Explain data models and relationships near endpoint behavior and examples.
Start small
A useful ERD does not need the whole database. Start with the entities that matter to the decision, then link out to detailed schema references when needed.
Review relationships early
Cardinality, ownership, and lifecycle rules are easier to discuss visually. Put those choices beside implementation notes and open questions.
Keep schema notes and diagrams together
When the model changes, update the Confluence page and ERD in the same review instead of replacing a stale screenshot later.
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FAQ
Can I create ERD diagrams in Confluence?
Yes. diagram.now supports ERD-style database and domain modeling diagrams for Confluence pages.
What should an ERD page include?
Include the diagram, entity definitions, important relationships, open questions, migration notes, and links to implementation tickets or schema references.
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