Amarel account: Apply here as soon as possible. You must have an Amarel account set up before the workshop.

VPN setup: You have to be connected on Rutgers’ network or be on VPN to access Amarel resources.

SSH setup: Windows users must install an SSH client like PuTTY or MobaXterm. Alternatively, Windows 10 users can install the complete Windows Subsystem for Linux.

Workshop content: This fast-paced 3-hour short course offers a brief introduction to using a Linux cluster. The goal is to help everyone make those first few steps toward productively using a Linux cluster for research — all members of the Rutgers community have free access to the Amarel Cluster. The workshop covers the basics of HPC Cluster, Web access to the cluster, SLURM, File System and Storage, and Setting up environment for the Software Stacks.

**Note** Just observing is welcome, but to participate in hands-on activities, you must have an Amarel account setup before the workshop. Please complete our web-based form at least 24 hours before the workshop (do this as soon as possible).

If you have questions or need help, please email Bala Desinghu.