Lecture
This lecture provides a crash course in MATLAB, discussing the need for a universal standard in programming languages, the history and characteristics of MATLAB, data representation, array indexing, mathematical operations, and common pitfalls. It covers topics such as variables, control structures, functions, file I/O, graphics, annotations, and debugging. The lecture emphasizes MATLAB's dynamic typing, interpreted nature, and proprietary status, as well as its influence on other languages and its continuous evolution. It also explores the use of MATLAB for scientific and engineering applications.