Glot

What it is

Glot is a plotting library for the Go programming language that leverages gnuplot to generate high-quality plots and visualizations. It simplifies the process of creating complex graphs directly from Go code, making it an essential tool for developers working with data visualization in Golang projects.

Glot stands out as a lightweight, yet powerful plotting library specifically designed for Golang developers who need to generate high-quality plots directly from their Go applications.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

1. 01

   Limited language support

   Glot is specifically designed for the Go programming language, limiting its utility for developers working in other languages.

2. 02

   Dependence on gnuplot installation

   Users must have gnuplot installed and properly configured on their system to use Glot effectively, which can complicate setup and deployment processes.

3. 03

   Performance limitations for large datasets

   Glot's reliance on external gnuplot execution might lead to performance bottlenecks when handling very large or complex data sets, impacting real-time visualization capabilities.

What it does well

• Built on top of gnuplot for high-quality plotting

• Simplified API for creating complex plots from Go code

• Supports a wide range of plot types and customization options

Pricing

Free tier

YesOpen source — free to use

Paid from

$0

Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing not independently confirmed — check the vendor’s page.