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python(x,y) vs Xfig

A side-by-side look at python(x,y) and Xfig. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

python(x,y)

python(x,y)

Development

python(x,y) is an open-source mathematical plotting and data visualization library for the Python programming language. It provides a simple interface for creating 2D plots, histograms, power spectra, bar charts, errorcharts, contour plots, etc.

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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.

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