DOT to ArchiMate Converter

Convert Graphviz DOT files to ArchiMate XML format

Reference Architecture Examples

Explore our collection of example DOT files that demonstrate various architecture patterns and use cases. Each example can be converted to ArchiMate XML format and visualized directly in your browser.

These examples cover different architectural patterns including enterprise architecture, microservices, cloud infrastructure, business processes, and more.

Application Integration

application_integration.dot
An integration architecture example showing legacy system integration, modern applications, and integration patterns.
Use Case: Integration architecture, legacy modernization, EAI documentation
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Business Process

business_process.dot
A business process-focused diagram showing business actors, processes, services, and flows.
Use Case: Business process modeling, BPMN alternative, process documentation
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Cloud Infrastructure

cloud_infrastructure.dot
A cloud infrastructure example (AWS-focused) showing compute, storage, networking, messaging, and security services.
Use Case: Cloud architecture documentation, infrastructure as code visualization
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Enterprise Architecture

enterprise_architecture.dot
A comprehensive enterprise architecture example showing business processes, application systems, and technology infrastructure.
Use Case: Enterprise architecture modeling, business-IT alignment
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Microservices Architecture

microservices_architecture.dot
A modern microservices architecture demonstrating API Gateway pattern, service discovery, and distributed data stores.
Use Case: Microservices architecture documentation, service mesh design
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Basic Example

sample.dot
A simple example showing basic application and business layer relationships.
Use Case: Learning the basics of DOT to ArchiMate conversion
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Three-Tier Architecture

three_tier_architecture.dot
A classic three-tier architecture showing presentation, application, and data tiers with infrastructure components.
Use Case: Traditional application architecture, scalability patterns
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How to Use These Examples

  1. Browse: Review the available architecture examples above
  2. Convert & Visualize: Click "Convert & Visualize" to see the example converted to ArchiMate format
  3. View DOT: Click "View DOT" to see the original DOT file content
  4. Download: Download the DOT file to use as a template for your own architectures
  5. Customize: Modify the downloaded DOT files to match your specific architecture needs

ArchiMate Element Types

These examples demonstrate various ArchiMate element types:

  • Business Layer: Business Actors, Business Processes, Business Objects
  • Application Layer: Application Components, Application Functions, Application Interfaces
  • Technology Layer: Technology Nodes, Technology Services, Technology Artifacts