Computing Workflows for Biologists: A Roadmap #MMPMID26600012
Shade A; Teal TK
PLoS Biol 2015[Nov]; 13 (11): ä PMID26600012show ga
Extremely large datasets have become routine in biology. However, performing a computational analysis of a large dataset can be overwhelming, especially for novices. Here, we present a step-by-step guide to computing workflows with the biologist end-user in mind. Starting from a foundation of sound data management practices, we make specific recommendations on how to approach and perform computational analyses of large datasets, with a view to enabling sound, reproducible biological research.