Leaving useful traces when working with matrices

Abstract

We consider the documentation of the working process in the context of matrix computations and multivariate statistical analyses. Our focus is on the way of working: how well does the working process get documented dynamically, or what sort of traces are left behind. These questions are relevant in any area of research. Leaving useful traces while working may save a considerable amount of time, and provide better possibilities for other researchers to comprehend the points of a study. These principles are demonstrated with examples using Survo software and its matrix interpreter.