Software Setup for ENTM201L

GitHub Account Setup

Everyone needs a GitHub account for assignments and collaboration. Set up your account and apply for the GitHub Student Developer Pack to unlock free tools including GitHub Copilot.

Time: 10-15 minutes (approval takes 1-3 days)

GUI Pathway - Graphical Tools

Perfect for beginners. Use point-and-click graphical applications for DNA barcoding analysis. No command-line or Docker needed. Tools include Tracy Web (browser-based), UGENE, and SeaView.

Time: 15 minutes total setup

Best for: Students who prefer visual interfaces

Command-Line Pathway - Docker & Reproducible Science

For students interested in bioinformatics and computational biology. Learn Docker containers, command-line tools, Python, R, and reproducible workflows. All tools pre-installed in a container environment.

Time: 1 hour setup (requires GitHub Student Pack)

Best for: Students interested in bioinformatics careers

Troubleshooting & Help

Encountering issues during setup? Check our troubleshooting guide for common problems with Docker, GitHub, VS Code, and installation issues across Windows, Mac, and Linux.