Scilab

Open-source software for numerical computation

About Scilab

Scilab is a free, open-source numerical computation software for engineering and scientific applications, maintained by Dassault Systèmes. It includes the Xcos modelling tool for dynamic systems and hundreds of functions for signal processing, control and optimisation. Overall, it is built for people who want that kind of job done reliably, without unnecessary complexity, steep learning curves or heavyweight software getting in the way of everyday work.

Scilab key facts

Category: Learning & Education
Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Focus areas: maths, engineering, simulation
Official site: scilab.org

About the Learning & Education category

Online courses and learning platforms to build new skills. The Learning & Education category on Tools Hub currently lists 356 tools. Alongside Scilab, it includes Euler Math Toolbox, Open edX, Mahara, VuFind.

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