Many of us start with a “pipeline” as a set of scripts — and then end up babysitting runs manually (copy inputs, rerun steps, rename files, debug, repeat). A workflow engine can help make runs reproducible, restartable, and easier to share.
Value-first mini checklist (good starting point before “workflow-izing”):
If you’d like a guided, beginner-friendly on-ramp, we’re running a live online workshop:
Course page (agenda + registration): Website
Note: We are happy to answer questions here, especially about fit/level or whether Nextflow makes sense for your specific use case.
Value-first mini checklist (good starting point before “workflow-izing”):
- Make inputs/outputs explicit for each step (avoid hidden globals).
- Separate logic from configuration (params + profiles for local/HPC/cloud).
- Design for restartability (clear process boundaries + caching/work dirs).
- Pin dependencies (containers / consistent environments).
- Keep debugging practical (know where logs/errors surface and how to inspect failures).
If you’d like a guided, beginner-friendly on-ramp, we’re running a live online workshop:
- Bioinformatics Pipeline Development with Nextflow
- Dates: Jan 19–21, 2026 (9:00–17:00 CET)
- Live online, hands-on; beginner-oriented
- No installation required: browser-based cloud computer provided
- Real-time support: assistants can help via chat and see the same in-browser terminal to debug with you
- Seats: 20 (first-come, first-served)
- Fee: 989 EUR (excl. VAT)
- Includes: course materials + certificate
Course page (agenda + registration): Website
Note: We are happy to answer questions here, especially about fit/level or whether Nextflow makes sense for your specific use case.