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‎blog/2023-10-23-vs-anvil-works.md

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slug: vs-anvil-works-2023
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title: Anvil.works vs. MecSimCalc
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authors: [wqiu]
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tags: [Compare]
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In today's fast-paced digital world, the ability to develop web applications quickly and efficiently can make a significant difference for businesses and developers alike. Anvil and MecSimCalc are two tools that aim to simplify web app development, offering the power of Python without the complexity of traditional web development. In this article, we will compare Anvil and MecSimCalc across various dimensions to help you choose the one that best suits your needs.
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## Overview
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Before diving into the technical details, let's take a look at the basic information.
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| Feature | Anvil | MecSimCalc |
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| Website | [Anvil Works](https://anvil.works/) | [MecSimCalc](https://mecsimcalc.com/) |
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| Description | "Build web apps with nothing but Python. Build seriously powerful web apps with all the flexibility of Python. No web development experience required." | "The simplest way to build and share computational tools. Create and share your Python web apps in minutes for free." |
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| Target Audience | Enterprise | Designed for non-technical users |
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| Knowledge Required | Python, Anvil library | Python |
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| Ideal Use Case | Business websites with database | Computational simulation and calculation |
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| Cost | Free | Free |
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## Features Comparison
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Now, let's dive into the specific features and functionalities of both Anvil and MecSimCalc.
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| Feature | Anvil | MecSimCalc |
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| Documentation | [anvil.works/docs](https://anvil.works/docs) | [docs.mecsimcalc.com](https://docs.mecsimcalc.com) |
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| Blog | [anvil.works/blog](https://anvil.works/blog) | [docs.mecsimcalc.com/blog](https://docs.mecsimcalc.com/blog) |
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| Discourse Forum | [anvil.works/community](https://anvil.works/community) | [community.mecsimcalc.com](https://community.mecsimcalc.com) |
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| Drag-and-drop interface | :white_check_mark: | :white_check_mark: |
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| Cloud Deployment | :white_check_mark: | :white_check_mark: |
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| Self-Host | :white_check_mark: | :white_check_mark: |
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| Github Integration | :white_check_mark: | :x: |
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| Built-in Database | :white_check_mark: Postgres DB | :x: |
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| Built-in External Integrations | :white_check_mark: Stripe, OAuth, Jupyter, Email, etc. | :x: |
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| In-Browser Editor | :white_check_mark: No intellisense | :white_check_mark: |
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| Run in Background 8000 | :white_check_mark: | :white_check_mark: |
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| Custom Domain | :white_check_mark: | :x: |
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| Marketplace | :x: | :white_check_mark: |
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## Building an App
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Creating web applications should be a straightforward process. Let's explore how Anvil and MecSimCalc facilitate the app-building process.
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### Anvil:
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1. Select a template or create a new app.
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2. Choose an app theme.
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3. Utilize the drag-and-drop UI builder.
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4. Create and customize databases.
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5. Write code in server modules (requires custom Anvil functions).
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6. Link server modules with the front-end.
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7. Publish your app with a custom domain.
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### MecSimCalc:
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1. Begin building your app directly in the browser.
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2. Utilize the drag-and-drop inputs editor.
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3. All coding can be done in the browser.
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4. Manually connect inputs to the code with Python.
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5. Run your app with a single click.
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6. Utilize custom Python libraries.
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## Conclusion
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Both Anvil and MecSimCalc aim to simplify web application development, enabling users to leverage the power of Python without the need for extensive web development experience. While Anvil is designed for building full-fledged websites and offers more features, MecSimCalc is geared towards non-technical users and simplifies complex computations.
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### Key Takeaways
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- Anvil and MecSimCalc emphasize the challenges of traditional web development.
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- Anvil's user-friendly approach makes web app development accessible.
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- MecSimCalc offers a solution for simplifying complex calculations with Python.
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- Anvil's extensive feature set can create complexity, but it is suitable for building full-fledged websites.
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- MecSimCalc excels at simplifying the app-building process for non-technical users.
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In summary, the choice between Anvil and MecSimCalc depends on your specific needs and the complexity of the web applications you intend to develop. Both tools offer the power of Python, but with different target audiences and features.

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title: Streamlit vs. MecSimCalc
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authors: [wqiu]
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tags: [Compare]
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Streamlit and MecSimCalc both offer solutions to simplify app development and data visualization with Python. However, they cater to different user bases and provide unique features. In this article, we'll delve into a detailed comparison between Streamlit and MecSimCalc.
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## Overview
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Let's start with an overview of both platforms.
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| Feature | Streamlit | MecSimCalc |
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| Website | [Streamlit](https://streamlit.io/) | [MecSimCalc](https://mecsimcalc.com/) |
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| Description | "A faster way to build and share data apps. Streamlit turns data scripts into shareable web apps in minutes. All in pure Python. No front‑end experience required." | "The simplest way to build and share computational tools. Create and share your Python web apps in minutes for free." |
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| Target Audience | Python developers 9E88 | Python developers and non-technical users |
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| Knowledge Required | Python, Terminal, GitHub, Markdown, Streamlit library | Python |
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| Ideal Use Case | Data visualization | Computational simulation and calculation |
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| Cost | Free | Free |
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Now, let's explore the specific features and functionalities of both Streamlit and MecSimCalc.
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| Feature | Streamlit | MecSimCalc |
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| Documentation | [docs.streamlit.io](https://docs.streamlit.io) | [docs.mecsimcalc.com](https://docs.mecsimcalc.com) |
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| Blog | [blog.streamlit.io](https://blog.streamlit.io) | [docs.mecsimcalc.com/blog](https://docs.mecsimcalc.com/blog) |
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| Discourse Forum | [streamlit.io/community](https://streamlit.io/community) | [community.mecsimcalc.com](https://community.mecsimcalc.com) |
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| Download Required | Yes | No |
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| Custom Code Syntax | Yes, requires custom `streamlit` functions | No, works with plain Python |
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| Resource Limits | 1 GB RAM, sleeps after 7 days of inactivity | 7 days, 16 vCPUs, 120 GB RAM, 200GB disk |
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| Monetize Apps | :x: | :white_check_mark: |
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| Conditional Inputs | :white_check_mark: | :white_check_mark: |
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| Dynamic Tables | :white_check_mark: | :white_check_mark: |
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| Interactive & Animations | :white_check_mark: | :x: |
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| Plotting | :white_check_mark: | :white_check_mark: |
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| Maps | :white_check_mark: | :white_check_mark: |
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| Embeddable | :white_check_mark: | :white_check_mark: |
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## How Streamlit Works
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Internally, Streamlit uses Tornado as its web server. Streamlit runs on websockets, making it suitable for interactive real-time applications.
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## Using Streamlit
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To deploy a Streamlit app, users need to publish their code to Github. Streamlit provides a simple deployment process.
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## Streamlit Sample Codes
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Streamlit and MecSimCalc offer solutions to different segments of users. Streamlit is designed for developers who want to create interactive data apps rapidly but may require familiarity with custom Streamlit functions and terminal/Github integration. On the other hand, MecSimCalc is tailored for non-technical users, eliminating the need to change existing Python codes and works in-browser.

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