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Software development

Large graph visualization in JavaScript: which libraries can handle thousands of nodes? 

A library that displays 20,000 lightweight points may still struggle with 2,000 complex nodes. Match the JavaScript graph library to your real workload. 

Ida Ożarowska
Nov 9, 2026
Software development

Production-ready React Flow components: 7 options 

React Flow gives you the canvas, but production editors also need toolbars, panels, layout, and keyboard UX. Here are 7 ways to fill that gap. 

Ida Ożarowska
Nov 8, 2026
Software development

Best diagramming libraries for complex React applications 

Most React diagram libraries look alike in screenshots. The differences show up once your app needs real editing, larger diagrams, and collaboration. 

Ida Ożarowska
Nov 6, 2026
Software development

Custom wire harness design software: from Excel to editor

How we turned an Excel from-to list into browser-based wire harness design software in about 2 weeks, and why the domain took more work than the diagram.

Mateusz Jagodziński
Nov 4, 2026
Software development

Best Visio alternatives for AV design teams in 2026

Visio handles basic AV diagrams but falls short once drawings must sync with equipment data, BOMs, and projects. See which of 7 alternatives fits your team.

Ida Ożarowska
Oct 8, 2026
Software development

Web-based schematic editor: the hard parts

A canvas with symbols is the easy part. Pin identity, first-class nets, junction rules and grid routing decide whether a schematic editor survives production.

Maciej Teska
Aug 23, 2026
Software development

What is schematic capture (and why it's moving to the browser)

Schematic capture turns symbols and wires into a machine-readable circuit model. See what it contains and why concept-stage design is moving to the browser.

Maciej Teska
Aug 23, 2026
Software development

AI in PCB and circuit design: what's real, what's hype

AI can pick parts, draft schematics and flag review items. See which parts of PCB design it really covers and what stays under engineer control.

Maciej Teska
Aug 23, 2026
Software development

React Flow alternative for Angular: meet ngDiagram

React Flow ships no Angular build, so its only way into an Angular app is a React island. Read what that involves, and how ngDiagram compares.

Wojciech Krzesaj
Aug 5, 2026
Software development

Custom electrical schematic configurator: step-by-step implementation guide

Off-the-shelf electrical design software stops scaling when workflows become complex. A custom configurator removes the bottlenecks.

Jakub Skibiński
May 8, 2026
Software development

GoJS vs. React Flow: Choosing between diagramming library alternatives

Compare GoJS vs React Flow diagramming libraries. Learn which fits your product needs - performance, UI flexibility, scalability, and development speed.

Łukasz Jaźwa
Feb 26, 2026
Software development

React Flow: Everything you need to know

In this guide, you'll learn all essential concepts about React Flow. You're new to the topic? This React Flow tutorial will get you started!

Szymon Tondowski
Dec 8, 2025
Software development

React Flow vs. JointJS React wrapper – a practical comparison

Compare two leading diagramming libraries for React developers. Learn their trade-offs in performance, customization and accessibility.

Maciej Kaźmierczyk
Nov 18, 2025
Software development

Beyond GoJS vs. JointJS: Choosing the right agency for developing diagramming tools

Choosing between GoJS and JointJS depends on project needs. The right agency ensures effective implementation, delivering high-quality, tailored solutions.

Ida Ożarowska
Sep 30, 2025
Software development

State management in React Flow: How to manage it wisely? [EBOOK]

This article highlights best practices for state management, along with practical use cases for different scenarios.

Maciej Kaźmierczyk
Jun 30, 2025