This workshop is an introduction to using high-performance computing systems effectively. We obviously can’t cover every case or give an exhaustive course on parallel programming in just two days of teaching time. Instead, this workshop is intended to give students a good introduction and overview of the tools available and how to use them effectively.
By the end of this workshop, students will know how to:
- Identify problems an HPC system can help solve
- Use the UNIX shell (also known as terminal or command line) to operate a computer, connect to an HPC system, and write simple shell scripts.
- Submit and manage jobs on an HPC system using a scheduler, transfer files, and use software through environment modules.
This lesson is part of a 2-day ARCHER2 course, you can find the material for day 1 at Introduction to the UNIX shell for High Performance Computing.
General Information
Where: This course will be taught in person at The Glassroom, Napier University, Edinburgh. All attendees will be sent the joining instructions prior to the event.
When: 12 April 2023. Add to your Google Calendar.
Requirements: Participants must bring a laptop with a Mac, Linux, or Windows operating system (not a tablet, Chromebook, etc.) that they are able to download and run software on. Specifically they should be able to run the portable version of MobaXterm. Alternatively, they should have a few specific software packages installed (listed below). They are also required to abide by the ARCHER2 Training Code of Conduct.
Accessibility: We are committed to making this workshop accessible to everybody. Accessibility details of the venue are outlined here.
Materials will be provided in advance of the workshop. If we can help making learning easier for you please get in touch (using contact details below) and we will attempt to provide them.
Contact: Please email support@archer2.ac.uk for more information.
Prerequisites
Attendees should be familiar with using the bash shell and have been able to connect to the Archer2 HPC server via SSH. The pre-requesities are covered in Day 1 of the course.
Requirements
Participants must bring a laptop with a Mac, Linux, or Windows operating system (not a tablet, Chromebook, etc.) that they can download and run MobaXterm on. Alternatively, they should have a few specific software packages installed (listed in the Setup section below). They are also required to abide by the ARCHER2 Training Code of Conduct.