FAQs

The de.KCD/de.NBI Cloud Training Materials are curated learning resources and tutorials designed to help researchers, students, and developers effectively use the de.NBI Cloud for bioinformatics, data analysis, and machine learning workflows.

These materials are intended for anyone interested in learning how to use the de.NBI Cloud—particularly researchers, educators, students, and developers in life sciences and related fields.

No prior experience is required. The materials are beginner-friendly but also include advanced content for experienced users. While basic command-line and python knowledge can be helpful, they are not mandatory.

To begin, explore our collection of hands-on tutorials, which are organized by topic, or follow one of our learning paths.

Many tutorials may have multiple versions, such as main or summer-school, created for specific events or audiences. We recommend starting with the main version, as it typically represents the most complete and up-to-date content. Simply click on the version name to begin learning.

Learning paths are structured sequences of tutorials designed to build your knowledge step by step, guiding you from foundational concepts to more advanced topics. Following a learning path ensures a coherent progression and helps you apply the concepts in a practical, hands-on manner.

You will need a LifeScience account to apply for access via the de.NBI Cloud Portal. Detailed registration guidance is available in the de.NBI Cloud Wiki.

Support is available through multiple channels: review the documentation, open an issue in this repository, or contact the support team directly at support@denbi.de.

Absolutely! Contributions are welcome—whether it’s fixing a typo, suggesting improvements, or adding new materials or learning pathways. Please review the contributing guidelines for details on how to get started.

Yes. All materials are licensed under CC-BY 4.0, allowing you to use, adapt, and share the content with proper attribution.