How to Make a Context Diagram?

Today, we will be learning how to make a Context Diagram. This article will guide you to design and create the right context diagram for your CS Thesis and Capstone Project.

What is a Context Diagram?

A context diagram is a level 0 data flow diagram that illustrates how the system operates and interacts with the actors or another system.

Context Diagram Components and Symbols

Process. Circle is the shape used to represent only one Process that represents the whole system. It is where the Data from External Entity is processed, interpreted, organized, or structured into information.

External Entity. Rectangle is the shape used to represent Actors or External Entities such as a human, sub-system or system. External Entity is the source of data and the recipient of the processed data or what we called information.

Data Flow. Line Arrow is the shape used to represent Data Flow. Data Flow shows how the data and information flows from External Entity to Process and vice-versa.

Context Diagram Example

Software to Create Context Diagram

The following software tools are very useful if you want to create a Context Diagram:

• Microsoft Visio
• Visual Paradigm
• Microsoft Word or Powerpoint
• Dia

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