Introduction to Docker and Apptainer: reproducible and automated data analysis
Date: 23 - 24 October 2025
This course is part of a micro-credential track, which offers the added value of being akin to a mini-diploma. By following the entire track, you can improve the reproducibility of your research. Check this opportunity: Reproducible Data Analysis: an Essential Capability in Modern Science The container workshop will give an introduction to Docker & Apptainer, which are great components to achieve portability and reproducibility of your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it with others, and re-use and modify existing containers. After an extensive explanation on Docker containers, the Apptainer application, previously Singularity, and its use in the HPC will be highlighted as well.
Keywords: advanced bioinformatics, ELIXIR, programming, research data management
Venue: Ghent - VIB/UGent FSVM II, Technologiepark 75
City: Zwijnaarde
Country: Belgium
Postcode: 9052
Organizer: VIB
Event types:
- Workshops and courses
Sponsors: ELIXIR Belgium
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