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matplotlib
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matplotlib is a python 2D plotting library which produces publication
quality figures in a variety of hardcopy formats and interactive
environments across platforms. matplotlib can be used in python
scripts, the python and ipython shell (ala matlab or mathematica), web
application servers, and various graphical user interface toolkits.

`Home page <http://matplotlib.org/>`_

Installation
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For installation instructions and requirements, see the INSTALL file.

Testing
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After installation, you can launch the test suite::

  python setup.py test

Or from the python interpreter::

  import matplotlib
  matplotlib.test()

Consider reading http://matplotlib.org/devel/coding_guide.html#testing for
more information.

Contact
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matplotlib's communication channels include active mailing lists:

* `Users <https://mail.python.org/mailman/listinfo/matplotlib-users>`_ mailing list: matplotlib-users@python.org
* `Announcement  <https://mail.python.org/mailman/listinfo/matplotlib-announce>`_ mailing list: matplotlib-announce@python.org
* `Development <https://mail.python.org/mailman/listinfo/matplotlib-devel>`_ mailing list: matplotlib-devel@python.org


The first is a good starting point for general questions and discussions.