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Core2D vs Mermaid

A side-by-side look at Core2D and Mermaid. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Core2D

Core2D

Development

Core2D is an open-source vector graphics framework for iOS, tvOS, and macOS from Apple. It provides a straightforward API for drawing 2D shapes, text and images. Its lightweight yet powerful rendering engine can handle complex scenes with ease.

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Mermaid

Mermaid

Development

Mermaid is an open-source tool that allows you to create diagrams and visualizations using text and code. It is designed to integrate with documentation sites and wikis to add charts and graphs through a simple markdown-inspired script language. The key benefit is the ability to generate complex diagrams that are portable, themeable, and easy to edit programmatically.

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