suite-sparse ☆
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Description:
Suite of Sparse Matrix Software
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 7.12.1@1  |  Tracked Since: Nov 6, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: sparse-matrices scientific-computing linear-algebra c-library numerical-methods
Install: brew install suite-sparse
About:
SuiteSparse is a comprehensive collection of high-performance libraries for sparse matrix computations. It provides robust implementations for tasks like linear systems solving, matrix factorization, and graph algorithms. Its main value is offering highly optimized, reliable tools essential for scientific computing and engineering simulations.
Key Features:
  • High-performance sparse matrix factorization (UMFPACK, CHOLMOD)
  • Graph theory and combinatorial algorithms (GraphBLAS)
  • Matrix ordering and analysis tools (COLAMD, CAMD)
  • Extensive C and MATLAB API support
Use Cases:
  • Solving large-scale linear systems in scientific simulations
  • Optimizing graph algorithms for network analysis
  • Accelerating numerical computations in engineering software
Alternatives:
  • Eigen – Eigen is a general-purpose linear algebra library with some sparse support, whereas SuiteSparse is specialized for high-performance sparse computations.
  • PETSc – PETSc focuses on large-scale PDE solvers and uses SuiteSparse as a backend for direct solvers.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 29, 2026 3:28pm 1 REVISION_ONLY 9fc602ae
Nov 6, 2025 6:46am 0 VERSION_BUMP 7e4047ff
Sep 12, 2025 5:35am 0 VERSION_BUMP eef30a39
Oct 23, 2024 3:08pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 4bb1ef14
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