NITheCS Micro-School: Matplotlib Introduction – Don’t Lose the Plot

Title:  NITheCS Micro-School: Matplotlib Introduction – Don’t Lose the Plot

Speaker: Donovan Slabbert (Stellenbosch University)

Abstract:

A multitude of tools and technologies are available for creating informative plots in data analysis, including various programming languages, libraries, and software packages. This introduction will focus on the Matplotlib library, particularly the Pyplot module, demonstrating how to create basic plots in Python. We will explore techniques to decorate and refine these plots, enhancing their effectiveness for visualisation and communication. Topics will include customising plot elements, using different colour options, and adding annotations and labels. The goal is to equip attendees with the skills to produce clear visualisations

Biography:

Donovan is a second-year PhD student at Stellenbosch University under Prof Francesco Petruccione. His research combines quantum machine learning and astronomy, using Quantum Convolutional Neural Networks and Quantum-Enhanced Support Vector Machines for pulsar classification and anomaly detection. He earned a physics degree from the University of Pretoria and a Master’s in quantum information and communication from the University of Witwatersrand, specialising in quantum key distribution. He interned at IBMQ South Africa in Braamfontein.

A link to the announcement may be found here.