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I think the point of using dir was that it accepts a pattern, like files = dir('data/*.csv). Does this simplify things somewhat?

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Yes that does help a bit, thanks - I hadn't paid enough attention to that section of the help file and interpreted it correctly. Nonetheless, there is still some string manipulation required using commands not covered in the lesson. Perhaps the exercise can be a tiered one: present it as is, then after a couple of minutes give some hints about which commands might come in useful. That way more advanced learners have chance to figure everything out themselves, and those who haven't are given a fighting chance. I'll see how things go tomorrow and let you know!

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@shwina I think my first attempt at this lesson went ok yesterday. I've got some questions - one specific to this MATLAB course, and one general Software Carpentry question. Where is the best place to ask them? Thanks

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E-mail? Please also consider one of the debriefing sessions

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Are you referring to the software carpentry email discussion list?
Debriefing sessions? Tell me more.
Thanks

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@shwina merge or close?

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You can close this from my perspective. Thanks

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