Beginner15 minGetting Started
Introduction to SLURM Workload Manager
Learn the fundamentals of SLURM architecture, key concepts, and basic commands to get started with HPC job scheduling.
Topics covered:
ArchitectureBasic CommandsJob Submission
From beginner basics to advanced cluster optimization, these step-by-step guides provide the knowledge you need to become proficient in HPC job scheduling and resource management.
Learn the fundamentals of SLURM architecture, key concepts, and basic commands to get started with HPC job scheduling.
Write and submit your first job script with proper resource requests, environment setup, and output handling.
Master the lifecycle of jobs in SLURM, from pending to completion, and learn effective queue management strategies.
Explore job arrays, dependencies, and conditional execution for complex workflow automation.
Learn how to request CPUs, GPUs, and memory efficiently to maximize cluster utilization and minimize wait times.
Deep dive into GPU allocation, CUDA environment setup, and multi-GPU job configurations.
Understanding how SLURM tracks resource usage and calculates job priorities using the fair share algorithm.
Configure preemptable jobs, implement checkpointing, and design resilient workflows for shared clusters.
Start with "Introduction to SLURM" and "Your First Job Script" to build a solid foundation.
Progress through job and resource management tutorials to handle real-world scenarios.
Tackle advanced topics like accounting, fair share, and high availability for expert-level knowledge.
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