dpic ☆
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Description:
Implementation of the GNU pic "little language"
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2025.08.01@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: diagrams graphics postscript svg documentation troff
Install: brew install dpic
About:
dpic is a lightweight implementation of the GNU pic language for creating technical diagrams. It converts a simple text-based language into PostScript or SVG output, making it ideal for programmatic diagram generation. The tool is particularly valued for its integration with troff/nroff documentation systems.
Key Features:
  • Converts pic language to PostScript and SVG
  • Lightweight and fast execution
  • Compatible with GNU pic syntax
  • Integrates with troff/nroff documentation workflows
  • Portable C implementation
Use Cases:
  • Generating diagrams for technical documentation
  • Creating circuit diagrams and flowcharts in scientific papers
  • Programmatic diagram generation in build pipelines
  • Embedding vector graphics in troff-based documents
Alternatives:
  • gnuplot – More focused on data plotting than diagram creation
  • graphviz – Uses DOT language, more complex but better for large graphs
License: BSD-2-Clause
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, sonoma, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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Oct 20, 2025 10:35pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 592539db
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