Getting Started with the Nectar Research Cloud

Australian Research Data Commons

This free online workshop is for researchers to learn the basics of using the ARDC Nectar Research Cloud.

The <a href="https://ardc.edu.au/services/ardc-nectar-research-cloud" title="https://ardc.edu.au/services/ardc-nectar-research-cloud" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ARDC Nectar Research Cloud</a> provides researchers with more computational power. During this free workshop, you will learn what the Nectar Research Cloud is, how it could help you, and how to navigate the <a href="https://dashboard.rc.nectar.org.au/" title="https://dashboard.rc.nectar.org.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Nectar Dashboard</a>.

Does your computer struggle with your research workload? Do you want to access extra resources and share a computer with collaborators? Whether it's data analysis, simulation or other computing work, the ARDC Nectar Research Cloud can help with your research! This service provides you access to fast, secure and powerful cloud computers.

In this free workshop, you will get hands-on experience:<ul><li>Accessing support and documentation.</li><li>Navigating the Nectar Dashboard.</li><li>Setting up and launching a cloud computer.</li><li>Connecting to a cloud computer using the command line.</li></ul>

<h3>Attendance requirements</h3>No prior knowledge or experience is required. <a href="https://tutorials.rc.nectar.org.au/prereading/01-overview" title="https://tutorials.rc.nectar.org.au/prereading/01-overview" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Prereading for beginners</a> is provided.Please include your university or institutional email address in your registration. This is required to <a href="https://dashboard.rc.nectar.org.au/" title="https://dashboard.rc.nectar.org.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">log into the Nectar Dashboard</a>.To create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment, everyone is expected to be aware of and follow the <a href="https://ardc.edu.au/resource/code-of-conduct-for-ardc-activities/" title="https://ardc.edu.au/resource/code-of-conduct-for-ardc-activities/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ARDC Code of Conduct</a>.

<h4>Online</h4>This is an online workshop, and will not have an in-person venue or accommodate in-person or hybrid attendance. You can join from any location, as long as you have internet access. If you want to attend in-person training, please <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8N1fmzUgTztjy-xMubc3EMUmm483NvSPNQTewGpkC0dB3fQ/viewform" title="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8N1fmzUgTztjy-xMubc3EMUmm483NvSPNQTewGpkC0dB3fQ/viewform" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">complete our expression of interest form</a> and <a href="https://support.ehelp.edu.au/support/solutions/articles/6000156761" title="https://support.ehelp.edu.au/support/solutions/articles/6000156761" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">check for upcoming sessions</a>.To participate in this online workshop, you will need Zoom installed on your computer. You can download Zoom for free from <a href="https://zoom.us/download" title="https://zoom.us/download" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://zoom.us/download</a>.A Zoom link will be sent to registered participants prior to the training. Please note this session will not be recorded.The ARDC respects the privacy of individuals. Information collected is in accordance with the <a href="https://ardc.edu.au/privacy-policy" title="https://ardc.edu.au/privacy-policy" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ARDC Privacy Policy</a>.Users of an AI meeting assistant must explicitly inform participants about the use of the tool and request consent from all participants before the meeting. The user should also declare the use of the tool at the beginning of the meeting and should only use it if all participants approve.

<h3>Questions?</h3>Email the trainer, <a href="https://meirian.gitbook.io/home" title="https://meirian.gitbook.io/home" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Meirian</a> (meirian.lovelace-tozer(at)ardc.edu.au), with any questions and use the event title in the subject line.Please also inform us of any accessibility requirements you have.

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