SVG Spark: A suite of 10 client-side design and development tools for SVG files

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A developer has launched a new project called SVG Spark. It is a collection of 10 tools for designing and developing with SVG graphics. The suite operates entirely client-side, meaning it runs in a web browser without needing a server. The project was shared on Hacker News, where it garnered community discussion.

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