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bpython vs Xfig

A side-by-side look at bpython and Xfig. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

bpython

bpython

Development

bpython is a Python interpreter that provides features like syntax highlighting, autocomplete, and in-line help. It aims to provide a productive alternative to the default Python shell.

interpreterautocompletesyntax-highlighting
Xfig

Xfig

Photos & Graphics

Xfig is an open-source vector graphics editor used to draw diagrams and figures. It supports objects like circles, boxes, lines, spline curves, text, etc. and can export to formats like PDF and PostScript. Common uses are drawing diagrams like flowcharts, UML diagrams, network maps, etc.

diagrammingflowchartsumlvector-graphicsopen-source

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