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Convert Markdown to a Mind Map (markmap.js.org)

506 points by gera2ld · 2371 days ago · 78 comments on HN

Article summary

The article appears to introduce a tool that converts Markdown to a mind map, but the article text itself is not available. The comments suggest that the tool has some issues with updating the map in real-time and has limitations in its layout rendering. Some commenters have found the tool useful and are excited about its potential. The tool's functionality and limitations are being discussed and compared to other similar tools.

Main themes

  • Markdown to mind map conversion
  • Tool limitations and bugs
  • Comparison to other tools
  • Security and trustworthiness
  • Offline and library versions
  • Export options and formats
  • Diagramming and note-taking use cases

What commenters say

  • The tool has some bugs and issues with real-time updates, which can be frustrating for users.
  • The tool's layout rendering is limited and not as powerful as some other tools, such as Graphviz.
  • Some users are excited about the tool's potential and find it useful for their needs, such as note-taking and diagramming.
  • The tool's limitations, such as only supporting tree-like structures, are a drawback for some users who need more complex relationships between elements.
  • The tool's similarity to other tools, such as PlantUML and Graphviz, is noted, and some users prefer one over the others.
  • There is a desire for a library or offline version of the tool, rather than just a website or desktop app.
  • Some users are concerned about the security and trustworthiness of certain tools, such as PlantUML, and are looking for alternatives.
  • The tool's ability to export to SVG and other formats is seen as a positive feature, but some users would like to see more export options, such as exporting back to Markdown.