What Is MATLAB?

MATLAB® is a programming platform designed specifically for engineers and scientists to analyze and design systems and products that transform our world. The heart of MATLAB is the MATLAB language, a matrix-based language allowing the most natural expression of computational mathematics.

What Can I Do With MATLAB?

  • Analyze data
  • Develop algorithms
  • Create models and applications

MATLAB lets you take your ideas from research to production by deploying to enterprise applications and embedded devices, as well as integrating with Simulink® and Model-Based Design.

Who Uses MATLAB?

Millions of engineers and scientists worldwide use MATLAB for a range of applications, in industry and academia, including deep learning and machine learning, signal processing and communications, image and video processing, control systems, test and measurement, computational finance, and computational biology.

Is MATLAB Hard to Learn?

MATLAB is designed for the way you think and the work you do, so learning is accessible whether you are a novice or an expert. The Help Center is always available to guide you with robust documentation, community answers, and how-to videos.

Additionally, online interactive training is a great way to get started.