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Terms and Definitions

In this part of the docs we are explaining some basic Process Chart terms and definition.

Node​

A node describes one event in a process. An event can be a production step, a shipment, a transaction, a patient visit, or any other discrete action within a sequence.

This is a node

Edge​

An edge is a link between nodes. It connects process events together in the order the process is executed.

This is a edge

Process​

A process represents varying numbers of linked nodes and edges.

This is a flow

Node Group​

A node group is a parent node that categorize multiple nodes together. It can be used to highlight a part of the process, such as outsourcing, or another related activity.

This is a parent node