Scientific scripting in Java with JShellLab and application to deep learning using DeepLearning4j

Abstract

JShellLab is an easy to use MATLAB-like environment for the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). It implements scientific scripting based on the JShell Application Programming Interface (API) of modern Java. The paper illustrates that JShellLab can significantly facilitate and simplify the development of complex computational demanding scientific software at the JVM. The novelty at the JShellLab is that it completely hides the complexity and the intricate dependencies of optimized scientific software. As an example, the demanded field of deep learning is exploited. Specifically, the implementation of effective practical deep learning-based systems using the JShellLab environment and the Deeplearning4j Java library is considered.