Abstract: The mathematical constant $\pi$ has traditionally been considered the circle constant. However, in recent decades, a growing body of mathematicians and educators has argued that $2\pi$, the number of radians in a full turn, is a more natural and fundamental constant. This essay summarises the historical development of $\pi$, and presents the case for adopting the constant $2\pi$. We demonstrate its implementation in the symbolic programming language Wolfram Mathematica. By implementing a custom constant for $2\pi$, we aim to encourage its adoption and facilitate a clearer mathematical notation.
Citation (original essay): Alberto Hijano, Implementing $2\pi$ as a custom constant in Mathematica, https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.21892.23685
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