Handling large dense matrices in python

Question

Basically, what is the best way to go about storing and using dense matrices in python?

I have a project that generates similarity metrics between every item in an array

Answer 1

You might find some advice in the NumPy (see SciPy) documentation (arrays/matrices):

• http://www.scipy.org/NumPy_for_Matlab_Users
• http://www.scipy.org/Tentative_NumPy_Tutorial