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Build Finance and Trading Apps in JavaScript

February 1, 2024
LightningChart JS Trader is a new JavaScript charting library that offers high-performance, real-time data, and comprehensive technical analysis.

LightningChart JS Trader is a comprehensive charting solution specifically designed for building high-performance financial and trading applications in JavaScript. It equips developers with a rich set of financial charts, over 100 technical indicators for in-depth analysis, and 30+ drawing tools for visual annotations. Additionally, a fully featured datagrid with sparkline support allows for organized data management and display. This combination empowers developers to create interactive and visually engaging trading dashboards, charting tools, and other financial applications with high performance and extensive customization options.

LightningChart JS Trader features include:

  • Advanced Technical Charts: Supports various 2D and 3D chart types like line charts, OHLC bar charts, OHLC candle-stick charts, mountain charts, geo map charts, and more, all customizable for in-depth analysis.
  • Extensive Indicator Library: Over 100 built-in technical indicators like Moving Average Convergence-Divergence (MACD), Bollinger Bands, High Low Bands, and custom indicator creation capabilities.
  • Drawing Tools: 30+ tools for visual annotations, trendlines, Fibonacci retracements, and geometric shapes for clear chart interpretation.
  • Customization: Extensive customization options for charts, indicators, and the entire user interface to match your specific application needs.
  • Performance: Optimized for real-time data handling and smooth rendering, even with complex charts and large datasets.

LightningChart JS Trader is licensed per developer, per application, per year. The annual license includes technical support and product updates for one year. To continue using the software you will need to renew your license each year. There are three editions to choose from; Basic, Plus and Ultimate which offer different levels of functionality and distribution rights. See our LightningChart JS Trader Licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our LightningChart JS Trader product page.

Unlock Data Insights with Drill Down Reporting

January 31, 2024
WinForms reporting components with drill-down support empower users to navigate summarized data, uncover details, and gain actionable insights.

Report drill down functionality allows users to explore deeper into summary data and discover detailed information. For a report showing sales by product category, visitors could click on a category to view a breakdown of individual products, and then drill down even further, by brand or model. This interactive capability promotes a greater understanding and discovery of trends within the report. The intuitive data navigation allows users to peel back layers of data to uncover trends, anomalies, and patterns that may not be obvious in summarized representations. Drilling down into data helps consumers make better decisions by giving them the precise insights they need to back up their conclusions.

Several .NET 8 WinForms Reporting components support drill down functionality, including:

  • DevExpress Reports lets you zoom in on data summaries for granular insights. Drill down from regional sales to city-level performance, then explore specific products.
  • List and Label Enterprise Reporting Edition by combit empowers you to navigate summarized data and gain deeper understanding. Explore sales by product category, then drill down to individual products and identify top sellers.
  • Telerik Reporting facilitates interactive exploration of summarized data. Visualize sales by country, then drill down to analyze regional trends and identify top-performing locations.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our .NET 8 WinForms Reporting Controls comparison.

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Add Image Processing to .NET 8 WPF Apps

January 31, 2024
ImageKit WPF X version 1.1.3.062 brings advanced image editing and scanning capabilities to the latest version of the .NET platform.

ImageKit WPF X by Newtone is a software component designed to add comprehensive image acquisition and processing capabilities to WPF applications built with .NET 5 and later. It empowers developers to easily integrate Twain scanning, webcam functionality (play, preview, snapshot, and record), and image processing features directly into their user interfaces, streamlining image-centric workflows within their applications.

ImageKit WPF X version 1.1.3.062 adds support for .NET 8.0. This allows users to benefit from the performance boosts, enhanced memory management, and modern development experience of the latest .NET release.

To see a full list of what's new in V1.1.3.062, see our release notes.

ImageKit WPF X offers flexible per-machine licensing, starting with a 1 PC developer license and scaling up to 3, 5, 10, 20, or 50 PC team licenses. A license is required for each individual computer used to develop software with this product. The PC developer license includes a runtime distribution license to distribute executable applications royalty free. Server Runtime Licenses are required if distributing the runtime on a server. See our ImageKit WPF licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our ImageKit WPF product page.

Highlight Differences in Jupyter Notebooks

January 31, 2024
PyCharm 2023.3.3 adds a visual diff feature to help you quickly grasp changes and boost code review efficiency.

PyCharm by JetBrains is a comprehensive integrated development environment (IDE) designed specifically for Python developers. It offers a wide range of features that enhance the Python development experience, including code completion, debugging, and version control integration. PyCharm also provides specialized features for web development with Django, including project templates, templates debugging, and server integration.

The PyCharm 2023.3.3 update introduces a visual diff view for Jupyter notebooks that presents changes within the familiar notebook interface. This simplifies conflict resolution and change comprehension, saving valuable time and effort when working collaboratively.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2023.3.3, see our release notes.

PyCharm is licensed per user, and is available as a commercial annual subscription license. We can supply new subscriptions, subscription renewals (including continuity discounts), lapsed subscription renewals, and additional user licenses. See our PyCharm licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our PyCharm product page.

Introducing Our New .NET PDF Viewers Comparison

January 31, 2024
Compare, sort and filter 35+ PDF viewer components by platform, language, and price to find the right choice for your needs.

We are pleased to announce our new .NET PDF Viewer Components Comparison. This comprehensive tool is designed help developers and programmers select the most suitable PDF viewer component for their specific requirements.

PDF viewer components seamlessly integrate PDF functionality within your application or website, eliminating the need for users to download separate readers. This enhances convenience, improves workflow efficiency, and grants users direct access to PDF content within various digital contexts.

Our unique comparison lets you easily compare 35+ options, showcasing key features, language support, and framework compatibility in a clear side-by-side format. We've meticulously verified over 125 features and 4,500 data points directly with publishers. Gain an in-depth understanding of each viewer's capabilities, compatibility, and pricing, enabling you to make an informed decision tailored to your project's unique needs and preferences.

Many popular standalone PDF viewer components are available, including:

  • PDFView4NET Windows Forms Edition by O2 Solutions lets you embed a powerful PDF viewer into your WinForms applications, enabling seamless PDF viewing and interaction.
  • XFINIUM.PDF CROSS PLATFORM EDITION provides smooth and consistent PDF viewing across different operating systems with XFINIUM.PDF's versatile platform support.
  • WPViewPDF by WPCubed lets you display and manipulate PDFs right in your .NET or Delphi application, with a multithreaded architecture to handle large PDF files.
  • ExpertPDF PDF Viewer by Outside Software unlocks a comprehensive set of PDF viewing features and annotation tools for any Windows Forms or ASP.NET application.

A number of multi-function product suites also offer PDF viewer components, including:

  • DevExpress WinForms PDF Viewer (part of DevExpress WinForms) offers a feature rich PDF viewer that enables seamless viewing, navigation, and annotation.
  • ComponentOne Studio WinForms PDF (part of ComponentOne Studio WinForms by MESCIUS) lets you deliver engaging PDF functionality with intuitive navigation.
  • Telerik UI PDF for WPF (part of Telerik UI for WPF) enhances your WPF applications with a powerful PDF viewer that offers comprehensive annotation and efficient form filling.
  • Syncfusion WPF PDF (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) lets you integrate a versatile PDF viewer into your WPF apps, with smooth display and seamless form handling.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our complete comparison.

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