Re: Directed graphs

Hi Christophe, Chuks,

There's also an example of basic (clickable) visualization at LCSH.
See the "Visualization" tab at
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85061145

Best,

Antoine


> Hi Chuks!
>
> Graphviz.org is very good at producing directed graphs.
>
> An example applied to SKOS:
> http://www.destin-informatique.com/scheme/concept.jsp?concept=c_29466&graf=en#Graf
> If you look at HTML page source, you will find an HTML comment beginning with:
> DOT Input=digraph G {
> where the generated commands for Graphviz are shown.
>
> With SVG output, you can make each shape clickable: links are specified and generated by Graphviz.
>
> My opinion is that you can make a modelling software where the users can edit definitions and have the graph redrawn when requested (or periodically).
> You do not need "direct edit" within the graph itself (except for clicking the shape you want to act upon: a properties' form can then pop-up).
> I also think GraphViz is good enough at auto layout to not be obliged to add precise positioning directives.
>
> But that is a question of taste and colours... What other thinks ? Any interaction design, layout or symbols suggestions from the community ?
>
> Good luck!
>
> Christophe
>
> Le 23/07/2012 14:43, Chuks Emma a écrit :
>> Hi Guys,
>> I need a great favor from you. Am completely new to SKOS, i have been working on it for less than a month now, reading tons of materials, trying to get a grasp of what it is all about. Now i can say that , at least it makes sense. I have a limited time to understand all this , then try to develop a a Visualization software for SKOS that takes a SKOS file and transforms it into a directed graph of concepts and relationships. I need your help and Guidance because, i honestly dont know how to start. I have spent time learning about apps like protègè, ThManager..etc. I have also spent time on the Jena API for java, trying to get a grip. If there's anyone out there who has worked on this visualization software before, please come to my aid.
>>
>> Sincerely,
>> Chuks.
>

Received on Wednesday, 25 July 2012 14:49:37 UTC