For visualization of network graphs, Gephi was ahead of its time
9 months ago
- #network-visualization
- #data-analysis
- #open-source
- Gephi is a leading open-source, free visualization and exploration software for graphs and networks.
- Compatible with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux.
- Applications include Exploratory Data Analysis, Link Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Biological Network analysis, and Poster creation.
- Offers various metrics like Centrality (degree, betweenness, closeness), density, path length, diameter, HITS, modularity, and clustering coefficient.
- Features an ergonomic interface, high-performance rendering engine, and supports multiple native file formats (GDF, GraphML, GML, NET, GEXF).
- Customizable via plugins for layouts, metrics, data sources, manipulation tools, and rendering presets.
- Latest version is Gephi 0.10.1, with community news and updates available.
- Referenced in academic papers for network exploration and manipulation.