D3.js vs GDI
A side-by-side look at D3.js and GDI. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
D3.js
Development
D3.js is a JavaScript library for visualizing data with HTML, SVG, and CSS. It allows developers to bind arbitrary data to DOM elements and apply data-driven transformations to the document. Common uses are for creating interactive graphs, charts, maps, and data visualizations.
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GDI
System & Hardware
GDI (Graphics Device Interface) is a core Windows component that enables applications to use graphics and formatted text on video displays. It provides device-independent graphics rendering services for Windows-based applications.
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