Astrophysics Source Code Library

TL;DR

The Astrophysics Source Code Library (ASCL) is a comprehensive, citable online registry of astrophysics source codes that supports reproducibility and community engagement in astronomical research.

Contribution

This paper introduces the ASCL, a growing, indexed, and community-supported online repository for astrophysics source codes, enhancing research transparency and reproducibility.

Findings

Over 500 codes cataloged and indexed by ADS

Codes are citable and integrated into research workflows

Community engagement and code submissions are actively encouraged

Abstract

The Astrophysics Source Code Library (ASCL), founded in 1999, is a free on-line registry for source codes of interest to astronomers and astrophysicists. The library is housed on the discussion forum for Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD) and can be accessed at http://ascl.net. The ASCL has a comprehensive listing that covers a significant number of the astrophysics source codes used to generate results published in or submitted to refereed journals and continues to grow. The ASCL currently has entries for over 500 codes; its records are citable and are indexed by ADS. The editors of the ASCL and members of its Advisory Committee were on hand at a demonstration table in the ADASS poster room to present the ASCL, accept code submissions, show how the ASCL is starting to be used by the astrophysics community, and take questions on and suggestions for improving the resource.