Microservice Dependencies — Free Network Graph Template
The Microservice Dependencies template is a network graph that maps how the services in a backend call each other over APIs. The sample data sizes eight nodes by request volume, with the Gateway (500) as the busiest entry point feeding Auth (350), Users (280), and Orders (200), while supporting services like Payments, Inventory, Notifications, and Analytics carry lighter loads. It is a fast starting point for visualizing which services are central, which are leaf nodes, and where a single failure could ripple across your architecture.
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The Microservice Dependencies template is a network graph that maps how the services in a backend call each other over APIs. The sample data sizes eight nodes by request volume, with the Gateway (500) as the busiest entry point feeding Auth (350), Users (280), and Orders (200), while supporting services like Payments, Inventory, Notifications, and Analytics carry lighter loads. It is a fast starting point for visualizing which services are central, which are leaf nodes, and where a single failure could ripple across your architecture.
It's a ready-made Network Graph you can open and edit in seconds — replace the sample numbers with your own, restyle it, and download a publication-ready image, all free and in your browser.
Template Data
This template ships with the sample data below. Open it in the editor to swap in your own figures:
| Service | Services |
|---|---|
| Gateway | 500 |
| Auth | 350 |
| Users | 280 |
| Orders | 200 |
| Payments | 150 |
| Inventory | 180 |
| Notifications | 120 |
| Analytics | 90 |
When to Use This Template
- Backend and platform engineers documenting service-to-service API call paths for a system design review or onboarding doc
- SREs and architects illustrating blast radius and critical dependencies (like the Gateway and Auth) ahead of a reliability or incident retro
- Startup CTOs and tech leads adding a clear architecture diagram to a pitch deck, RFC, or investor update
How to Use It
- Open the template — click "Open This Template in the Editor" to load it with its sample data.
- Edit the data — type your own labels and values, or paste a column straight from a spreadsheet.
- Customize & export — pick colors, add a title, then download as PNG or PDF. No signup, no watermark.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I replace the sample services and request numbers with my own?
Yes. Click "Open in editor" and edit the data table directly to rename nodes (e.g. swap Gateway, Auth, Orders for your own services) and change the values that size each node. You can also recolor nodes and adjust labels, then re-export instantly. No signup is required.
Is this template really free, and how do I export the finished graph?
It is completely free with no account or signup. Everything runs in your browser, and when you are done you can export the network graph as a PNG, SVG, or PDF to drop into docs, slides, or wikis.
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