First Time on a Supercomputer
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The training covers the basic use case for a supercomputer.
During this training, you will learn many useful Linux commands that will allow you to prepare and run a job on a Supercomputer. You will familiarize yourself with the Linux toolset to make your work on the supercomputer more convenient. The training covers basic Bash scripting.
It does not provide an in-depth description on how to run a job on HPC. That is covered by Running Calculations the HPC way training provided at ACK Cyfronet AGH.
Agenda
- Environmental variables and storage spaces - learning distinct features of the supercomputer; variables, env vars,
export,$HOME,$SCRATCH,$USER,$PLG_GROUPS_STORAGE, - File permissions - understanding ownership of files;
ls -l,chmod, - Transferring files to and from the supercomputer -
tar,scp - Running a job and viewing results -
sbatch,find,grep,mc - Scripting in bash -
for,sleep,date,seq,bc
Duration
3 hours
Target audience
Training is intended for people who are familiar with the basics of Linux and haven't used a supercomputer yet.
Requirements
We recommend doing this training after completing Absolute Basics of Linux training provided at ACK Cyfronet AGH.
No account required.
Participants' computers should be equipped with software that allows SSH connections. On Windows, it is recommended to use Windows Terminal after checking if OpenSSH is installed. We advise against using Putty.
Venue
The workshop will be conducted online on the Zoom platform. The meeting link will be sent to registered participants.
Language
English/Polish - dependent on the participants.
Level
Basic
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