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Hafiz Muhammad Attaullah
Hafiz Muhammad Attaullah

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Matlab for Academic Researchers

Matlab by MathWorks is the must require complete computer computing software by the academic researchers. It is company’s main program, which is actually its corporate identity, is the MATLAB software (abbreviated as Mat rix Lab oratory, meaning Matrix Laboratory), which is one of the most advanced software, numerical computational software as well as mathematical software. It enables the visualization of functions and data. The MATLAB icon, which is the same as the manufacturer’s logo, is derived from the wave equation, the L-shaped membrane, and special functions. Competitors in MATLAB include Mathematica, Maple, and Mathcad.
FEATURES AND FEATURES OF MATHWORKS MATLAB SOFTWARE :
· Performing all kinds of heavy and complex mathematical calculations
· Development environment for managing code, files, and data
· Discover faster ways to reach a solution
· Types of mathematical functions for linear algebra, statistics, February analysis, optimization, filtering, numerical integration, and so on.
· Draw graphic functions in two-dimensional and three-dimensional forms to visualize information
· Design and build user interfaces under C ++, C or Java programming languages
· Ability to accurately test and measure functions and diagrams
· Ability to process communication, image and video signals
· Existence of different toolboxes from engineering companies for specific applications such as telecommunications, control, fuzzy, estimation, statistics, data collection, system simulation, neural network, probabilities, etc.
· Computational biology capability
REQUIRED SYSTEM
· Windows 7 or newer,
· Windows Server 2012 (R2) or 2016
· Ubuntu 14.04 LTS, 16.04 LTS, and 17.10,
· Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 and 7,
· SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 12 or Server 12
Size: 26.1 Gb
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Some people have rightly suggested other languages, such as python, etc. I agree that there are other languages and tools which you may use. All languages could be useful for some application. I apologize if my post gave the impression that I think MATLAB is the ONLY way to go.
The reason why I have suggested MATLAB is the MATLAB's continuous approach towards incorporating new tools. Some of these modules include Machine learning, control toolbox, vision-related tools, robotics toolbox which makes it compatible with ROS and gazebo. This is also evident by the fact that when you install MATLAB, you see this huge list of modules, which I do not recommend installing all of them, just install what you need.
Simulink is also a good way to solve differential equations, a software like of which I have not seen. It makes it so easy to solve differential equations, by enabling you to use blocks and connectors instead of writing your own code. Furthermore, you can also export your Simulink code into a C++ code if needed.
Because of MATLAB`s wide community, you may also find solutions to your problems, already done by some users, so you may find it easy to use existing code and solutions to start with rather than writing your code every time. If you face a problem you can also post in forums and people will respond.
Last, but not the least, is that it is so easy to understand to code in MATLAB, when you already are burdened with a huge list of courses while you are doing your undergraduate courses. Its interface is also easier to deal with.

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These are cool tips for aspiring mathematicians and people who love upgrading old logic operations. I recently read an article on 6 Keys to Academic Success wanderingeducators.com/best/storie... and automation is one way to avoid bias. I think young programmers and students should appreciate unique keys and academic life hacks to bring your ideas to life.