Description
In this lesson, we will take the methods we have learnt in the previous sessions and use them on ARCHER2, the UK’s National Supercomputer.
As part of this, we will briefly cover:
- what is ARCHER2,
- how to connect to ARCHER2,
- setting Python up on ARCHER2,
- how to run jobs on the ARCHER2 backend.
Our goal here is to run the exercises from the first part of the Python course on ARCHER2’s data analysis nodes.
General Information
Where: This training will take place online. The instructors will provide you with the information you will need to connect to this meeting.
Requirements: Participants must have access to a computer with a Mac, Linux, or Windows operating system (not a tablet, Chromebook, etc.) that they have administrative privileges on. They should have a few specific software packages installed (listed below).
Accessibility: We are dedicated to providing a positive and accessible learning environment for all. Please notify the instructors in advance of the workshop if you require any accommodations or if there is anything we can do to make this workshop more accessible to you.
Contact: Please email w.lucas@epcc.ed.ac.uk or j.herrera@epcc.ed.ac.uk for more information.
Roles: To learn more about the roles at the workshop (who will be doing what), refer to the Carpentries Workshop FAQ.
Setup
To participate in a workshop, you will need access to software as described below in the "Setup" page. In addition, you will need an up-to-date web browser.
We maintain a list of common issues that occur during installation as a reference for instructors that may be useful on the Configuration Problems and Solutions wiki page.
Install the videoconferencing client
We will continue to use Blackboard Collaborate for the videoconferencing call. As with the first part of the course, you should only need a browser and to follow the link provided to you for the course.
Set up your workspace
You will be learning by "coding along" with the Instructors. To do this, you will need to have both the window for the tool you will be learning about (a terminal, RStudio, your web browser, etc..) and the window for the Zoom video conference client open. In order to see both at once, we recommend using one of the following set up options:
- Two monitors: If you have two monitors, plan to have the tool you are learning up on one monitor and the video conferencing software on the other.
- Two devices: If you don't have two monitors, do you have another device (tablet, smartphone) with a medium to large sized screen? If so, try using the smaller device as your video conference connection and your larger device (laptop or desktop) to follow along with the tool you will be learning about.
- Divide your screen: If you only have one device and one screen, practice having two windows (the video conference program and one of the tools you will be using at the workshop) open together. How can you best fit both on your screen? Will it work better for you to toggle between them using a keyboard shortcut? Try it out in advance to decide what will work best for you.