Learning Path
Port your x86 Linux applications to Linux on IBM Power
- Overview
- Introduction to Linux on IBM Power Systems
- 15 Porting and tuning tools for Linux on Power
- Porting to Linux on Power: 5 tips that could turn a good port into a great port
- Best practices for porting open source applications to Linux on IBM Power
- Tips and techniques for porting and tuning your x86 apps to Linux on IBM Power
- Summary
Congratulations! You have now successfully completed the articles and tutorials in the Learning Path: Port your x86 Linux applications to Linux on IBM Power.
In this learning path, you learned why porting to Linux on Power is a straightforward endeavor with the potential for huge returns. You explored the tools available to help ensure that the port goes smoothly and then you received practical guidance on how to get started. Finally, we showed you how to evaluate your app for porting and provided step-by-step techniques for building, tuning, and troubleshooting.
When you’re ready to give it a try, make sure you check out the following additional resources.
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Oregon State University
In partnership with IBM, the Open Source Lab (OSL), with non-GPU servers, and the Center for Genome Research and Biocomputing (CGRB), with GPU servers, provide access to IBM Power processor-based servers for developing and testing open source projects.
IBM Solutions Cloud for Enablement and Co-Creation
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- Free access to a functional test environment
- Virtual resources available for up to 14 days. Physical resources are available for up to 7 days
- 24/7 access with support available Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM ET
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Find out if your app is already supported on Power
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Take the next step
Join the Power Developer eXchange Community (PDeX). PDeX is a place for anyone interested in developing open source apps on IBM Power. Whether you're new to Power or a seasoned expert, we invite you to join and begin exchanging ideas, sharing experiences, and collaborating with other members today!