Training
HPC eResearch runs two courses to assist UCT researchers with high performance computing:
- Introduction to Linux for High Performance Computing.
- Advanced Course in High Performance Computing.
Emails will be sent out during the year indicating course dates and how to reserve a space.
For self study purposes you may download the course material below:
Our head node is called hpc.uct.ac.za as well as hex.uct.ac.za. When using these guides we refer to hpc.uct.ac.za, however you can substitute hex for hpc if you wish.
Linkedin Learning
All UCT staff and students have access to Linkedin Learning. If your Linkedin account is associated to your UCT account you should have access. Click the Learning link top right to access Linkedin Learning or contact the ICTS Helpdesk for support.
Below are Linkedin Learning courses that we have identified that will assist you in gaining confidence and experience with Linux for HPC:
- Learning linux command line – by Scott Simpson (3h 4m)
- Linux: Files and permissions – by Grant McWilliams (2h 57m)
- Linux: Bash Shell and Scripts – by Kevin Dankwardt (2h 46m)
- Learning Bash Scripting – by Troy Miles (1h 26m)
Recommended:
- Introduction to Linux – by Scott Simpson (51m)