Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. If you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you.
 

The following points will be addressed:
 

Getting the Most Out of AI Coding Assistants


Whether you're new to AI tools or have been using them for a while, this workshop will explore a wide range of AI coding assistants available, discuss best practices for using them in your projects, and discover when and how to use them to maximize your productivity. A basic understanding of programming is useful. We aim to help you unlock the full potential of AI in your development workflow.

 

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Using Large Language Models locally


GDPR or intellectual property considerations may prohibit exposing data or even queries to providers of Large Language Models via a web interface. A model may have to be fine-tuned to increase the quality for certain applications. This training will show you how to do deploy an LLM locally and give some illustrations of applications you can implement.

 

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E-PAN: enhancing pan-genome analysis in plants

1 January 2025 - 31 December 2026

Crop pan-genomics involves sequencing, comparing, and integrating multiple genomes from the same crop species. Exploiting the information encoded in these pan-genomes can facilitate the development of new cultivars that are more resilient to future challenges like increased drought and heat stress.

Leveraging federated learning and RO-Crates for human genomic data analysis and provenance tracking (Fed-A-Crate)

1 January 2025 - 31 December 2026

Federated analysis is transforming genomics research by enabling collaborative analysis of distributed datasets while ensuring data privacy and delivering valuable insights into genetic diseases. ELIXIR is involved in the EUCAIM (European Cancer Image) project and coordinates the European Genomic Data Infrastructure (GDI) project, which aims to provide federated access to over one million whole genome sequences.

ELIXIR People Support

1 July 2024 - 31 December 2026

This project targets the ELIXIR-GOBLET instructor community and trainers, who are typically domain experts in ELIXIR platforms, communities, and services. By providing these experts with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively use ELIXIR’s training resources and services, the project ensures high-quality training design, development, and delivery for the research community.

ELIXIR Node Support

1 July 2024 - 31 December 2026

For ELIXIR Nodes to succeed, they must operate as well-coordinated, professionally managed organisations, delivering high-quality support, expertise, and services that align with both national stakeholders' needs and ELIXIR's broader research priorities. Achieving long-term success in a research infrastructure requires more than just funding; it demands strategic planning, strong communication, community engagement, technological innovation, skilled personnel, adaptability, and

Genome of Europe

1 October 2024 - 31 March 2028

The Genome of Europe (GoE) project encompasses 51 partners across 29 European countries to establish a unique pan-European reference database comprising a minimum of 100.000 genomes representative of European citizens in alignment with the 1+ Million Genomes initiative

RDM training annotation: strategies for improved curation in TeSS

25 September 2024

TeSS, the ELIXIR Training Portal, is used by over 100 content providers from all 23 ELIXIR Nodes and various collaborators outside the ELIXIR network. With a vast repository of 2,772 training materials and nearly 9,000 registered events, the use of controlled vocabulary is crucial for filtering, finding and reusing content effectively.

Strategic use of Generative AI

Over the last few months, the rapid establishment of generative AI and Large Language Models (LLM) has opened new frontiers in a variety of domains.
 

The class aims to show participants how to effectively integrate new generative AI tools within their work and research workflow. AI tools are not intended as substitutes, but rather as tools to support brainstorming, exploration, analysis and synthesis processes.
 

Objectives include: