[Numpy-discussion] how to create an array of objects that are sequences?

[Robert Kern]

Travis E. Oliphant wrote:

> I like the depth option, and that could be used with the current 
> interface without too much difficulty, I think.
> 
> This question does come up quite often and should probably be addressed.

Alternatively, a shape= argument could be used. You can use -1 entries if you
want array() to just figure out the exact dimensions like reshape() does. The
shape= argument lets you give array() a bit more information, which might be useful.

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Robert Kern

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