Feb. 6, 2014
1:46 p.m.
NumPy matrix construction includes as a convenience feature the construction of matrices with a Matlab-like syntax. E.g., np.mat('1 2;3 4'). Is it correct that this syntax is not supported for direct (i.e., not using `mat`) ndarray creation? You may ask, where would this possibly matter? The answer: in the undergraduate classroom. Compare np.mat('1 2; 3 4') to np.array([[1, 2], [3, 4]]) for readability and intimidation factor. Little things matter when getting started with students who lack programming background. Thanks, Alan Isaac