How to run/execute code written in MuPAD editor in the MuPAD notebook?

I'm trying to write a simple recursive function using symbolic variables in MuPAD editor. But how do I debug/check for errors & run the code in the MuPAD notebook? Or, how do I run the code in the Matlab command window?

Answer 1

[Prateekshya]

Hello Sahana,

Since MuPAD is deprecated, consider transitioning to MATLAB live scripts, which support symbolic computations using the Symbolic Math Toolbox. This approach offers a more integrated environment for both numerical and symbolic computations.

Here is a simple MATLAB recursive function using the Symbolic Math Toolbox:

syms n

% Define a recursive function for factorial
factorial = symfun(sym(1), n);
factorial(n) = piecewise(n == 0, 1, n > 0, n * factorial(n - 1));

% Evaluate the function
result = factorial(5);
disp(result);

This code uses symbolic functions and piecewise definitions to create recursive behavior in MATLAB, leveraging the Symbolic Math Toolbox. This approach is more future-proof and compatible with recent MATLAB versions.

I hope this helps!