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Group Explorer Documentation

The documentation for the Group Explorer project has improved tremendously in recent weeks.  We hope the following links will answer any questions you have about uses of the software.

Introduction

  The introduction page simply provides a quick look at Group Explorer's main features, and then points the reader to the tutorials page for further reading.  The introduction page can also be reached from the navigation bar at the top of any page on this site.

Tutorials

  Walk-throughs of many Group Explorer features and concepts, beginning with a Getting Started tutorial, and exploring advanced features such as editing Cayley diagrams and multiplication tables.  These are not as detailed as the User Manual (below), but are designed to be read and followed, unlike the User Manual, which is for reference.

User Manual

  Complete, detailed description of every feature of the software.  Designed for reference, not for reading.

Classroom Resources

  For abstract algebra instructors:  Documents, ideas, and lessons for incorporating Group Explorer into your classroom presentations.

Homework Assignments

  For abstract algebra instructors:  Beginner through advanced assignments that use Group Explorer to investigate various areas of group theory.  Some are small and simple, some are open-ended and advanced.  It is certainly not a comprehensive list, but can be an excellent starting place for ideas.

Group Authoring

  Want to add a new group to the library?  Here's how to write a .gp file defining the group you're interested in so that Group Explorer can read it.

Technical Documentation

  Specifics about the classes, representations, and algorithms used internally in Group Explorer, and some proofs of correctness for various procedures and features.

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The list of contributors to the Group Explorer project can be found on the Acknowledgements page.

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For more information about Group Explorer, or to give feedback, contact Nathan Carter at: ncarter@bentley.edu.