Difference between MATLAB Web Server and MATLAB Web App Server ?

What is the difference between MATLAB Web Server and MATLAB Web App Server ??

https://ww2.mathworks.cn/matlabcentral/fileexchange/29027-web-server

https://ww2.mathworks.cn/en/products/matlab-web-app-server.html

Three Questions :

1.) I wish to setup a Web Page, for which when user clicks a button, it can send request to run a MATLAB .m program at the back end, and then transfer the output image to the web page. Which server (Web or Web App) should I choose ?

2.) Any real examples, not just guideline can be provided ??

3.) Any English Document about the two web server ??

Answer 1

[Ayush]

Hi @Tik Ho HUI,

MATLAB Web App Server and MATLAB web server are two different servers used for different applications.

MATLAB Web App Server is a more modern solution that allows users to host and run MATLAB apps. These apps can be created using MATLAB App Designer. These apps can be deployed as interactive apps which allows users to use the app functionality without installing MATLAB on their local machine.

While MATLAB Web App Server allow users to use a fully-fledged application, MATLAB web server, an older technology, allow user to just run MATLAB code on a server and return results to the web client. It was primarily used for creating web-based interfaces to MATLAB applications.

Now, answering your questions one-by-one:

Question-1: I wish to setup a Web Page, for which when user clicks a button, it can send request to run a MATLAB .m program at the back end, and then transfer the output image to the web page. Which server (Web or Web App) should I choose?

Answer: I would recommend going with the MATLAB Web App Server. It's perfect for your needs as it supports interactive user interfaces and seamless integration with web apps. This means you can create a more engaging experience for your users without them needing to install MATLAB themselves. It is like giving them a MATLAB-powered app right in their browser!

Question-2: Any real examples, not just guideline can be provided??

Answer: Absolutely! To get a clearer picture you can refer to the following example: https://www.mathworks.com/help/webappserver/ug/simple-mortgage-calculator-web-app-old.html

I hope this assists you in envisioning how you can realize the intended project.

Question-3: Any English Document about the two web servers??

Answer:

You can read more about MATLAB Web App Server here: https://www.mathworks.com/help/webappserver/index.html

You can read more about MATLAB Online Server here: https://www.mathworks.com/help/matlab-online-server/index.html

Hope this helps!

[Tik Ho]

Thank you very Much !

[Ayush]

Hi @Tik Ho HUI,

If you find my answer useful, you can "accept" the answer so that it can help other people too, who are having this query.

Thanks.