FriCAS

FriCAS_ is a general purpose computer algebra system (CAS).

For installation instructions see INSTALL. For general documentation consult https://fricas.github.io. See also project page https://fricas.sourceforge.net.

The basic goal of FriCAS_ is to create a free advanced world-class CAS. In 2007 FriCAS_ forked from Axiom_. Currently the FriCAS_ algebra library is one of the largest and most advanced free general purpose computer algebra systems -- this gives a good foundation to build on. Additionally, the FriCAS_ algebra library is written in a high level strongly typed language (Spad), which allows natural expression of mathematical algorithms. This makes FriCAS_ easier to understand and extend.

FriCAS_ uses lightweight development methodology. Compared to Axiom_, FriCAS_ is significantly restructured -- it is more portable and fixed several defects. FriCAS_ removed rather large unused parts (without removing functionality).

Current development goals:

• continue structural improvements
• add new mathematical algorithms
• develop better user interface
• develop improved Spad compiler
• make it easier for external programs to interface with FriCAS
• support for using external mathematical routines from Spad

.. _Axiom: https://www.nongnu.org/axiom/ .. _FriCAS: https://fricas.github.io