Intro to Biocluster (Spring 2019)

Workshop Description

This workshop will:

• Explain how to interact with Biocluster2, log onto a compute node, and submit job scripts (using a SLURM scheduler)
• Fulfill part of the pre-requisites needed for the upcoming RNA-Seq workshop. The other pre-requisite is a basic understanding of R.

This workshop being taught by CNRG & hosted by HPCBio (with the support of the OVCR) will be held February 15th from 9am - 12:30pm. Students will be introduced to the structure of IGB's computational cluster, Biocluster, and will learn how to interact with the cluster both interactively and via job scripts (a set of written instructions for the cluster to execute). Biocluster uses a SLURM scheduler, which is software that allows one to interact with computational clusters.

Important notes: Prior knowledge of Linux is required. Those planning on attending the RNA-Seq workshop will be prioritized. If you're attending the RNA-Seq workshop, and you get put on a waiting list initially, don't worry, we will make sure you can attend this.

FAQs

Is this a pre-requisite for the RNA-Seq workshop?

Yes, this workshop fulfills part of the pre-requisites needed to attend the following RNA-Seq workshop. The other pre-requisites are a basic understanding of R programming & Linux command line. This event was meant to be taken in combination with the Data Carpentry for Genomics workshop to fulfill all of these pre-requisites.

What are the dates and times of this workshop?

The workshop falls on February 15th. It will run from 9am to 12:30pm.

Do I need to bring my own computer?

Dell desktops will be available for every attendee. You may bring your own laptop, but make sure to have the necessary software installed (you will be emailed these details before the workshop starts).

When do ticket sales end?

We will stop selling tickets on February 15th at 9am.

Why is this free?

The CNRG group will be instructing this day, and their preference is to avoid any nominal fee.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

You may email us at hpcbiotraining@igb.illinois.edu for any questions pertaining to training.