TACC Technical Documentation
Welcome to TACC's Technical Documentation Site.
TACC's technical documentation is broadly divided into four categories: TACC Essentials, High Performance Computing (HPC) Resource Guides, Software Packages at TACC, and Tutorials which can be accessed via the left-hand navigation.
Additional training opportunities such as the TACC Institute Series, can be found on the Training Page on our main site.
TACC Essentials
If you're brand new to TACC and want to jump right in, check out the Getting Started and Allocations pages in the "Use TACC" section of our main site.
Managing your TACC Account
Solve login problems, check your account status, and other TACC account management tools.
Good Conduct
Good conduct on the system ensures stability and helps TACC provide a reliable service to all users.
HPC Resource Guides
Each of our HPC resources has a user guide, with extensive instructions and information. Learn how to access and use our High Performance Computing (HPC) resources.
Lonestar6
Lonestar6 is the latest of the Lonestar series and supports and serves Texas researchers.
Stampede3
TACC debut's the latest supercomputer in the Stampede systems in early 2024.
Software Packages at TACC
Explore documentation for field-specific and commonly used software packages.
Each guide contains sample job scripts per resource where applicable and any special instructions needed to run that package on TACC resources.
PyLauncher
PyLauncher is a parametric (high-throughput) job launcher, ideal for bundling, then running, many smaller jobs.
idev (interactive development)
A powerful utility allowing interactive access to compute nodes.
AlphaFold
Run Google's powerful deep learning protein folding tool at TACC.
MATLAB
Learn how to request access and run MATLAB, the popular numerical computing platform, at TACC
Tutorials
Tutorials cover a wide range of topics from configuring your account to debugging tools and various TACC services.
Containers at TACC Workshop
Learn best practices on building, using, and sharing Docker and Singularity/Apptainer containers.
Sharing Project Files
Learn how to set up a common workspace shared by, and accessible to, all collaborators on a project.
Additional Training
TACC offers a variety of training and education programs. You may search and register for events on the Training page as well as view past presentations.
TACC Institutes
In-person, multi-day, immersive, training opportunities meant to enhance users knowledge of broad HPC topics.
Training Videos
Self-guided training videos ranging from short how-to guides to detailed topical courses.