aws/graph-explorer

Edge lines render behind nodes and show through transparency

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#1,412 opened on Jan 6, 2026

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Description

The edge lines seem to start rendering behind the node circle, and since the node is transparent the lines show through.

Considerations

  • Edge lines should be touching the node
  • Nodes can be other shapes besides circles
  • We may need to explore having the lines offset a bit to make the design look cleaner
    • This might be tricky in more densely populated graphs

Contributor guide

Tech stack
typescriptreact
Domain
frontend
Issue type
bug
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
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half day
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
clear
Prerequisites
React
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
65
Research direction
Investigate the rendering order of edges and nodes in the graph visualization component. Check if edges are drawn before nodes and if there is any transparency handling. Consider alternative approaches like clipping or offsetting edges.