pymc-devs / pymc-devs/pytensor

Scipy solve allows more `assume_a` flags in 1.15

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Description

Description

https://docs.scipy.org/doc/scipy-1.15.0/reference/generated/scipy.linalg.solve.html

The default is no longer gen, scipy evaluates the matrix to decide which type to use. This led to a failing test, but more importantly we should consider allowing some of the new flags

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Research direction

Start by examining the PyTensor integration with scipy.linalg.solve and the failing test mentioned in the issue. Compare the supported assume_a values with those available in SciPy 1.15, then determine which flags should be accepted and verify the relevant tests pass.

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Tech stack
python
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backend
Issue type
Feature
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3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
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Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
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