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Colfax International Announces Developer Training for Intel(R) Xeon Phi(TM) Coprocessor
[November 08, 2012]

Colfax International Announces Developer Training for Intel(R) Xeon Phi(TM) Coprocessor


Sunnyvale, CA, Nov 08, 2012 (PRWeb.com via COMTEX) -- Colfax International, a leading provider of high performance computing solutions, today unveiled exciting new professional training programs for developers, giving them an early start with application design for the Intel(R) Xeon Phi(TM) coprocessor.



Colfax Developer Training (CDT) will discuss the applicability of the Intel many-core technology, demonstrate the programming models for Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor including native execution and offload-based approaches, and provide extensive optimization techniques.

CDT is designed for developers wishing to leverage the innovative Intel many- and multi-core products or sharpen their parallel programming skills, and allow the attendees to make informed decisions regarding the suitability of the Intel Xeon family products for their workloads.


"As developers look to quickly and efficiently harness the power of the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor, Colfax is excited to announce a complete development solution including wide range of training programs for both novices and experts, complemented by professional workstations," said Gautam Shah, CEO and President of Colfax International. "We have worked with Intel's Xeon Phi team for close to two years, acquiring significant expertise and are therefore uniquely qualified and positioned to provide Intel Xeon Phi training and systems for highly parallel computing workloads." Key features of Colfax Developer Training include: Unique training program based on real world experience Example-based learning facilitated by numerous hands-on exercises Small class size allowing for close interaction with instructors and peers Access to latest Intel servers, Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors and Intel software development tools Electronic and printed training materials designed as a comprehensive developer's guide "We have enjoyed working with the team at Colfax as they develop their training," said James Reinders, Director and Evangelist, Intel Corporation. "The team at Colfax understands that effective parallel programming is the key for both processors and the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors, and that every software developer can benefit from parallel programming expertise." The curriculum will be available as a webinar, 1 day introductory class, 3 day advanced class and a comprehensive 5 day class, starting in January 2013. Additionally Colfax will also conduct onsite training, and offer custom training programs.

Colfax will demonstrate the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor based developer workstation and registering attendees for their training class at SC12 show in the Colfax booth #2409 and a theater presentation, "Maximizing Performance with Intel Xeon Phi Coprocessor" at the Intel booth #2601.

To download Table of Contents of the training program, please click here: http://www.colfax-intl.com/xeonphi-training-toc.pdf About Colfax International Colfax International is a global provider of customized workstations, servers, clusters, storage and personal supercomputing solutions. Founded in 1987, Colfax International is based in Sunnyvale, California and is privately held. For more information, please visit http://www.colfax-intl.com.

Connect with Colfax on Twitter (@colfaxintl) # # # Intel, Xeon, and Intel Xeon Phi are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and /or other countries. Other names are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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