SageMath

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

SageMath provides a free open-source mathematics software system that integrates multiple established packages via a common Python-based language to offer a comprehensive computational environment.

Target Customer

Undergraduates, educators, researchers, and students in mathematics and related sciences seeking a free, open-source computational toolset.

Key Differentiator

Open-source, GPL-licensed integration of many math packages (NumPy, SciPy, matplotlib, Sympy, Maxima, GAP, FLINT, R, and more) into a single Python-based interface, aiming to replace proprietary software like Magma, Maple, Mathematica, and Matlab.

Implementation Timeline

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Pain Points

1Need for a free/open-source alternative to expensive proprietary mathematical software (as implied by the mission).
2Desire to access multiple established math packages through a single, unified interface.
3Requirement for educational resources and tutorials to learn and apply computational mathematics.

Key Features

1Integrates multiple open-source packages (NumPy, SciPy, matplotlib, Sympy, Maxima, GAP, FLINT, R, and more).
2Python-based language with interfaces or wrappers to packages.
3SageMathCell and CoCalc integrations for interactive and collaborative use.
4Download/install options with binaries for various operating systems.

Target Customer Industries

Client Results

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Competitive Advantages

1Free and open-source software licensed under the GPL.
2Unifies many established math packages into one environment.
3Python-based language for common use across packages.
4Provides educational resources and community-driven support.

Key Benefits

1Free and open-source access to comprehensive mathematical tooling.

2Integration of major math packages into one environment.

3Python-based interface enabling broad accessibility and scripting.

4Support via SageMathCell, CoCalc, tutorials, and documentation.

Additional Product Information

Product Description

SageMath is a free open-source mathematics software system that builds on top of many existing open-source packages and provides access via a common Python-based language or wrappers.

Target Market

Academic institutions, researchers, educators, and students needing computational mathematics tools without license costs.

Unique Value Proposition

A free, GPL-licensed, open-source alternative that combines numerous math packages into a single Python-based workflow, reducing reliance on proprietary software.

Technical Requirements

macOS binaries; Linux/macOS binaries (conda-forge); Windows: Use Windows Subsystem for Linux.

Pricing Model

Free to use (open-source); donations accepted via SageMath GitHub Organization with Open Source Collective as fiscal host; one-time and recurring donations via Open Source Collective.

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