I would like to create a web diagramming(visio) tool in javascript. im new to javascript but have extensive programming experience. i would like to get some feedback on what i need and what's the best way to go about writing this. thank you
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Hi,
Actually there is tool to help you. It's Javascript based and you can use the codes. Please check it out : Javascript Diagram Builder
Braveyard
2009-09-04 08:00:42
the diagrams need to be editable, not just viewing
2009-09-04 08:03:05
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Have a look at the latest javascript libaries eg: jQuery (www.jQuery.com) and the plugins. This will speed things up if you want to stick to JavaScript.
In my opinion though, with this type of project where a much richer user interface is required, it may be better to use flash or silverlight.
Mark Redman
2009-09-04 08:01:16
...sounds like an interesting project, just found this example of one: flowchart.com/demo
Mark Redman
2009-09-04 08:15:41
+1
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There's already MxGraph, which is free for non-commercial use. It should give you some ideas.
Vinay Sajip
2009-09-04 08:19:09
+2
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There is a free JavaScript diagramming library - Joint - http://www.jointjs.com.
dave
2010-04-06 20:17:05
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I started to write one in order to learn how to program using Prototype. I ended up with this, but abandoned it. You're welcome to steal my code.
You can make boxes, label them, connect them and move then around on the screen. The connectors will follow.
It was all fun-and-games until I realized making a decent connector-routing algorithm was going to take over my brain....and that I had real "job-work" to focus on.
Diodeus
2010-04-06 20:24:00