VectorScript originated in 1988 as MiniPascal in the MiniCAD+ 1.0 release. Later versions of MiniCAD expanded the API, adding support for new technologies as they were implemented. With the advent of VectorWorks in 1998, MiniPascal became VectorScript. At the same time, VectorWorks introduced plug-ins, allowing users to create tools, menu items, and objects using the VectorScript language. The core VectorScript language continues to be developed by Nemetschek North America, in parallel with the development of the VectorWorks Fundamentals product.