# asmuth/clip

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5,148 stars · 381 forks · C++ · Apache-2.0

## Links

- GitHub: https://github.com/asmuth/clip
- Homepage: https://clip-lang.org
- awesome-repositories: https://awesome-repositories.com/repository/asmuth-clip.md

## Topics

`chart` `charts` `cpp17` `csv` `data-visualization` `plots` `plotting` `visualization`

## Description

Clip is a command-line data visualization tool designed to generate image-based charts and diagrams from text descriptions. It functions as a chart generator that converts written data and descriptive patterns into visual formats without the use of a graphical user interface.

The tool specializes in producing scalable vector graphics, translating text-to-chart transformations into XML-based vector paths. This approach allows for the automated creation of technical illustrations and diagrams specifically suited for developer documentation.

The system employs a template-driven layout engine to position chart elements and map data structures into geometric shapes and visual coordinates.

## Tags

### Graphics & Multimedia

- [Chart Generators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/chart-generators.md) — Provides a command-line utility that renders visual charts from structured text-based definitions.
- [Diagram CLI Tools](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/diagram-cli-tools.md) — Acts as a command line utility for rendering text-based diagram definitions into image files.
- [SVG-Based Vector Rendering](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-engines-rendering/rendering/engines/canvas-vector-graphics/svg-based-vector-rendering.md) — Produces scalable graphics by generating XML-based vector paths.
- [Text-to-Chart Transformations](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/text-to-chart-transformations.md) — Translates descriptive text patterns and data structures into visual coordinates and geometric shapes.
- [Text-to-SVG Generators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/text-to-svg-generators.md) — Transforms structured text descriptions into scalable vector graphics (SVG) images.

### Part of an Awesome List

- [Automated EDA and Visualization](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/awesome-lists/data/automated-eda-and-visualization.md) — Automates the generation of visual data illustrations from text descriptions.

### Data & Databases

- [Command Line Analytics Tools](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/data-databases/command-line-analytics-tools.md) — Generates visual summaries and charts directly within a terminal environment.

### Development Tools & Productivity

- [Chart Generation Utilities](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/cli-image-processing-tools/chart-generation-utilities.md) — Provides a terminal interface for converting text commands into visual chart files.
- [Documentation Visuals](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/version-controlled-documentation/documentation-visuals.md) — Produces consistent charts and diagrams for technical documentation designed for version-control workflows.

### Software Engineering & Architecture

- [Text-to-Diagram Generators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/software-engineering-architecture/software-architecture/diagramming-standards/text-to-diagram-generators.md) — Parses structured text syntax to render visual diagrams automatically.

### Education & Learning Resources

- [Illustration Generators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/education-learning-resources/technical-articles/illustration-generators.md) — Automatically creates visual aids and diagrams to accompany technical content. ([source](https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/asmuth/clip@master/README.md))

### User Interface & Experience

- [Data-Driven Layouts](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/layout-management/component-layout-containers/layout-templates/data-driven-layouts.md) — Employs a template-driven layout engine to position chart elements based on input data types.