[Numpy-discussion] request for new array method: arr.abs()

[Christopher Barker]

Travis Oliphant wrote:

> Instead, I like better the idea of adding abs, round, max, and min to 
> the "non-import-*" namespace of numpy.

Another I'd like is the built-in data types. I always use:

import numpy as N

so then I do:

a = zeros(shape, float)
or
a = zeros(shape, N.float_)

but for non-built-in types, I can't do the former.

The underscore is minor but why not just have:

float = float

in numpy.py?

(and of course, the others)

-Chris




-- 
Christopher Barker, Ph.D.
Oceanographer
                                     		
NOAA/OR&R/HAZMAT         (206) 526-6959   voice
7600 Sand Point Way NE   (206) 526-6329   fax
Seattle, WA  98115       (206) 526-6317   main reception

Chris.Barker at noaa.gov