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2. What are MATLAB and IDL? Data processing and visualization tools –Easy, fast manipulation and processing of complex data –Visualization to aid data interpretation –Production of publication quality figures High-level programming languages –Can write extensive programs, applications,… –Faster code development than with C, Fortran, etc. Possible to “play” with data – don’t need to write a standalone program to do a predetermined job –Ideal for working with varied data from field projects

8. Similarities, Differences… Origins in image processing More formal programming language –Used extensively by the MetOffice – lots of code available Case insensitive Origins in applied mathematics (MATrix LABoratory) Less formal/restrictive programming language Case sensitive IDLMATLAB Very similar in what they can do. Differences in approach arise from different origins/backgrounds.