Map is a Linux Wardley map editor that turns a compact plain text notation into visual strategy maps. It’s designed around the wmap language, letting users describe components, dependencies, notes, groups, inertia markers, and evolution changes in text while quickly seeing the resulting map. The application focuses on a simple workflow with plain text files, no account requirement, and export-friendly map creation.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Uses the plain text `wmap` notation for creating and editing Wardley maps.
- Draws components with coordinate-based placement.
- Supports dependencies between components using lines and arrows.
- Adds inertia markers and evolution arrows to map elements.
- Creates note blocks for adding explanatory text to maps.
- Groups related components together.
- Lets users resize evolution stages.
- Provides syntax highlighting in the source editor.
- Allows customization of fonts, backgrounds, templates, and evolution stages.
- Exports maps to widely supported image formats.
Website: git.sr.ht/~rbdr/map-linux
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Developer: Rubén Beltrán del Río
License: GNU Affero General Public License v3.0
Map is written in Rust. Learn Rust with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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