Asymptote (vector graphics language)
| Asymptote | |
|---|---|
The Asymptote logo (SVG file created with Asymptote) | |
| Paradigm | imperative, typesetting |
| Designed by | Andy Hammerlindl, John C. Bowman, Tom Prince |
| First appeared | 2004 |
| Stable release | 3.04
/ 25 May 2025 |
| Typing discipline | strong |
| Implementation language | C++ |
| OS | Cross-platform |
| License | LGPL |
| Website | asymptote |
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| MetaPost | |
Asymptote is a descriptive vector graphics language – developed by Andy Hammerlindl, John C. Bowman (University of Alberta), and Tom Prince – which provides a natural coordinate-based framework for technical drawing. Asymptote runs on all major platforms (Unix, Mac OS, Microsoft Windows). It is free software, available under the terms of the GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL).