Interactive Demo
Interactive Gaussian Elimination
Interactive Gaussian Elimination is a free, interactive learning demo from the CS323: Numerical Analysis and Computing course on Lykke. It helps you build intuition for Direct Methods, Iterative Methods, LU Factorization, Gaussian Elimination. Play with it directly in your browser — it features 2 buttons. This demo lives in the “Solving Systems of Linear Equations (Ax=b)” section of the course.

How to use this demo
- Use the “Reset”, “Next Step” buttons to trigger actions or reset the demo.
- Experiment freely — there's nothing to break, and every change is reversible.
What you'll explore
- Direct Methods
- Iterative Methods
- LU Factorization
- Gaussian Elimination
- Pivoting Strategies
- Jacobi Method
- Gauss-Seidel Method
- Least Squares & Normal Equations
- Computational Cost
Frequently asked questions
What does the Interactive Gaussian Elimination demo do?
This section explores the primary methods for solving systems of linear equations, a cornerstone of numerical computing. It contrasts direct methods like LU factorization with iterative methods such as Jacobi and Gauss-… Interactive Gaussian Elimination turns that idea into something you can manipulate directly and watch respond.
What CS323: Numerical Analysis and Computing concept does Interactive Gaussian Elimination teach?
This section explores the primary methods for solving systems of linear equations, a cornerstone of numerical computing. It contrasts direct methods like LU factorization with iterative methods such as Jacobi and Gauss-… It focuses on Direct Methods, Iterative Methods, LU Factorization, Gaussian Elimination, Pivoting Strategies, Jacobi Method from the “Solving Systems of Linear Equations (Ax=b)” section.
What can I control in Interactive Gaussian Elimination?
The “Reset”, “Next Step” buttons run actions or reset the demo. Every change updates the visualization in real time, so you can see exactly how each variable affects the outcome.
How does Interactive Gaussian Elimination fit into the CS323: Numerical Analysis and Computing course?
CS323 provides a comprehensive introduction to numerical algorithms, focusing on practical implementation and real-world applications. The course begins with the fundamentals of computational error and floating-point ar… This demo is the interactive piece for the “Solving Systems of Linear Equations (Ax=b)” section. Open the full CS323: Numerical Analysis and Computing course wiki at https://www.getlykke.com/explore/public/cs323-numerical-analysis-and-computing-7146330a-2792-4961-9bd5-0e42fb092c87 for notes, flashcards, quizzes and the other demos.
What will I understand better after using Interactive Gaussian Elimination?
You'll build intuition for Direct Methods, Iterative Methods, LU Factorization, Gaussian Elimination, Pivoting Strategies, Jacobi Method — and, crucially, see how they behave when you change the inputs, which is hard to get from a textbook or lecture on CS323: Numerical Analysis and Computing alone.
From the CS323: Numerical Analysis and Computing course
This interactive demo is part of the Solving Systems of Linear Equations (Ax=b) section. Explore the full CS323: Numerical Analysis and Computing course wiki on Lykke — with notes, flashcards, quizzes and more interactive demos.
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