Web-Based Diagramming and Mock Up Screen Applications

Question

I am looking for an online version of Microsoft Visio-- one that allows me to draw and share my flowchart easily. I know google docs has limited ability to draw diagrams, but I want something more sophisticated.

I am also looking for a web application that allows me to do web page prototyping-- something akin to online version of the Firefox plugin Pencil. I want to be able to collaborate with my co-workers real time on web-app mockups.

Any idea?

Answer 1

Gliffy is a great online version of Visio. Have heard a lot of good things about it.

Answer 2

In regard to mockups, Balsamiq rocks socks. I don't see any online collaboration for it, but it is really great for collaborating in the same room.

Answer 3

You might want to peek at Microsoft's Sketchflow for doing prototypes and general diagramming.

Answer 4

Check this thread: http://stackoverflow.com/questions/528769/best-web-app-for-creating-screen-mockups

Seems like this might happen a lot.

Answer 5

Perhaps iScribble would work for you?

Answer 6

https://gomockingbird.com/ is usable to create basic website-moc ups...

Answer 7

http://creately.com is great for mockups, has inbuilt project collaboration.

Answer 8

There's also Diagramly if you don't want to have to login or use Flash based software.

Answer 9

WireframeSketcher is another wireframing and prototyping tool that you may find useful. It can be used as a standalone application or as a plugin for Eclipse IDEs. You can collaborate with your team via version control, using plugins like eGit, Subclipse and others.

Answer 10

LucidChart is a nice online alternative to Visio. Unlike many of the other apps that are listed here which I've also tried, LucidChart has real-time collaboration.

With LucidChart, you can do flowcharts, diagrams, wireframes, prototypes, etc. It also supports importing Visio files if you need to transition over old work.