Category: containers
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How To Containerize Jupyter Kernels With Docker And Apptainer
In this tutorial we’ll look at how to use a containerized Jupyter kernel. The first question one might have is why would we want to containerize a Jupyter kernel? We’re often faced with the problem of having complex dependencies that might be difficult to install on ones system. For example, let’s say we’re using Windows…
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Creating and Modifying Images with Apptainer
Apptainer, formerly Singularity, allows containerization, letting applications run in controlled environments without affecting the host OS. Favored in high-performance computing (HPC) due to superior security, it supports image modification, custom image creation via sandboxes and definition files, and efficient preexisting image integration. Apptainer images are notably smaller compared to Docker, enhancing storage efficiency.