Good software for making directed graphs?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding suitable software for creating directed graphs, specifically for projects involving 25-30 nodes with clear arrow representations. Participants explore various software options and their capabilities in this context.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the suitability of Mathematica or Maple for creating large directed graphs.
  • Another participant mentions using Microsoft Word's autoshapes for similar tasks, suggesting that other software like OpenOffice might offer comparable features.
  • A third participant recommends using the GraphPlot function in Mathematica for this purpose.
  • A fourth participant provides links to Graphviz and Asymptote as potential tools for creating directed graphs.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying familiarity with different software options, and while some suggest specific programs, there is no consensus on the best choice for creating directed graphs.

Contextual Notes

Some participants may have different definitions of what constitutes a directed graph, and the effectiveness of the suggested software may depend on specific user needs and preferences.

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This discussion may be useful for individuals seeking software solutions for creating directed graphs, particularly in academic or technical contexts.

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Hey guys, I need a good program for making a large directed graph, i.e. like 25-30 nodes with nice arrows. Would Mathematica or Maple work?
 
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There are programs to do this? I usually just used the autoshapes from microsoft word (OO probably has the same features) when I was making state diagrams, which aren't all that much different from graphs.
 
You can use the function GraphPlot in Mathematica.
 

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