Prerequisite
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.. note::
    #.  Experience with Python.
    #.  Experience with bash or similar Unix shells.

    This workshop assumes that you have experience coding in Python and are familiar with using Unix shell. 
    If you are using a Windows machine please make sure you have a shell that supports SSH. Windows users can either use 
    `PowerShell <https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/scripting/windows-powershell/starting-windows-powershell>`_ or the `Windows Subsystem for Linux <https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wsl/install>`_ 

.. important::
    For a smooth setup on the supercomputer system, please register for an NCI account if you don't have one:
    
    #. Go to https://my.nci.org.au/mancini
    #. Click on the "Sign up" button to start your registration form.
    #. Complete all steps in the registration form. (Note: you must provide a current email address from your institution or place of work, not a personal email.)
    #. Select the option to join project vp91 at Step 3 of the form.
    #. Click "Finish" on the final page of the form to complete your registration request.

 or 

 If you already have an account
    #. Login to your NCI account https://my.nci.org.au/mancini
    #. Select Project and Groups on the left-side menu
    #. Select Find project or group on the top tab and search vp91 to apply for membership


.. warning::
    Project vp91 is temporary for training purposes only. Data in vp91 will be cleaned in one week time after the training.