NumPy Essentials

Installation requirements

Let's take a look at the various requirements we need to set up before we proceed.

Using Python distributions

The three most important Python modules you need for this book are NumPy, IPython, and matplotlib; in this book, the code is based on the Python 3.4/2.7- compatible version, NumPy version 1.9, and matplotlib 1.4.3. The easiest way to install these requirements (and more) is to install a complete Python distribution, such as Enthought Canopy, EPD, Anaconda, or Python (x,y). Once you have installed any one of these, you can safely skip the remainder of this section and should be ready to begin.

Note

Note for Canopy users: You can use the Canopy GUI, which includes an embedded IPython console, a text editor, and IPython ...