Introduction to the Unix shell
An online workshop introducing the command line (Unix shell) for automating research workflows, for researchers with no programming experience.
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The command line (also called the shell, Unix shell, terminal, or bash)
provides an interactive programming interface and offers a different
approach to that of software with a GUI (Graphical User Interface). Use
of the command line is fundamental to a wide range of research computing
processes, including managing virtual machines or using high performance computing platforms.
This workshop is a collaboration between the University of Auckland, University of Otago, and Research Education Advanced Network New Zealand (REANNZ).
Event details
- Thursday 14 April, 10am-3pm
- Thursday 30 July, 10am-3pm
- Thursday 15 October, 10am-3pm
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Learning outcomes
Attendees will be able to:
- Navigate files and directories quickly and efficiently
- Perform an action or set of actions on a large number of files at once
- Chain commands together into complex workflows that can be saved and rerun on sets of files
- Access and use high-performance computing services such as those provided by Research and Education Advanced Network New Zealand (REANNZ)
After the workshop
- See the online workshop curriculum.
- Researchers and postdoctoral students are encouraged to engage with their peers by joining Hacky Hour to post questions and exchange ideas.
Contact
Research Data Support Services
Email: researchdata@auckland.ac.nz
Laura Armstrong
eResearch Engagement Lead
Email: Laura Armstrong