On the Quarry cluster, how do I submit a Stata batch job?

To submit a Stata batch job on the Quarry cluster, create your Stata .do file (e.g., my_do_file.do). Then, write a script file (e.g., my_job.script) for TORQUE (also called PBS), the resource manager on Quarry, as follows (replace username with your Network ID username):

To submit the script file to TORQUE, enter:

After the job is executed, you will receive email confirmation.

To check the status of your job, use either the qstat or showq command.

You may see a log file (my_do_file.log) in the default directory. To save the output into a file, use the log command in the .do file.

Alternatively, you can run a Stata .do file in a simpler manner. Once a .do file is ready, enter the following at the Unix prompt:

This command launches Stata and runs the .do file. Stata prompts you for the next command. The -b option saves the output into my_do_file.log.

For more about statistical and mathematical software, email the UITS Stat/Math Center, visit the center's web page, or phone 812-855-4724 (IUB) or 317-278-4740 (IUPUI). The center is located in Bloomington at 410 N. Park Avenue, and is open for consultation by appointment Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.

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