2020_questions.md

Matplotlib User Survey

Information about user's experience with Matplotlib Python library to benefit documentation. This was done in Google Forms in 2020.

How often do you use the Matplotlib library?

Linear scale

• 1 - Never (do not or have not used Matplotlib)
• 5 - Very often (~daily)

What kind(s) of work do you use Matplotlib for?

Multiple choice

• Production (Outward facing)
• Non-production (Exploratory)

What is your comfort level with the Matplotlib library?

Linear scale

• 1 - Unable to perform tasks
• 5 - Full confidence in nearly any task

What is your proficiency level with the Python language?

Linear scale

• 1 - Unable to perform tasks
• 5 - Full confidence in nearly any task

Which of the following do you use to implement Matplotlib into your workflow?

Checkboxes

• Interactive shell
• Jupyter Notebook
• Web application server
• Graphical User Interface (GUI)
• Batch script
• Other

How helpful has the Matplotlib documentation been for your tasks?

Linear scale

• 1 - Not helpful
• 5 - Very helpful

How would you prioritize your troubleshooting experience with Matplotlib with resources you used?

Multiple choice grid

• Rows
  • 1st choice
  • 2nd choice
  • 3rd choice
  • 4th choice
• Columns
  • Search engine (e.g. Google, etc.)
  • Matplotlib docs
  • Online community/forum
  • Personal connection

What do you think a user at your level needs to know in order to use Matplotlib successfully?

Short answer

What would you like to see change in Matplotlib's documentation?

Multiple choice grid

• Rows
  • Number of examples
  • Real-world data in content
  • Expositional language
  • Visual aids and graphics
  • Links to topics and resources
  • Update scheduling
• Columns
  • Less/fewer
  • More
  • No change

Thank you for completing the survey! Any additional feedback is welcome!

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