Math Ref

Over the past week, I’ve been pondering my school days trying to recall what would’ve made my life easier as a student. I recall hours spent pouring over stacks of books to retrieve math and science formulas to make flash cards and study sheets that I would carry with me everywhere. With this in mind, I started searching around for apps that would serve as a pocket dictionary for math and science… and I discovered “Math Ref”. This application offers reference information on an impressive breadth of math and science-based topics, and includes formulas, definitions, examples, figures, tips, and concepts. Instead of leafing through text books to retrieve a formula, you just type what you’re looking for into the search function and – if it’s available – it will appear. If you’re trying to create a customized study sheet, you can save topics and formulas under the favorites tab so they are easily organized and referenced during your cramming session. “Math Rep” has a lot going for it, but it could be improved by giving more specific examples supporting the formulas and definitions provided. As I look back at my scholastic career, I believe – if it was available – I would have used this app from middle school to grad school. You must admit… that’s a lot of value for a 99 cent app.