BamTools

BamTools

Overview

BamTools is a toolkit for handling BAM files. BamTools provides a powerful suite of command-lines programs for manipulating and querying BAM files for data.

Enabling the Software

Load BamTools using the command:

module load bamtools
Note: As you cannot have multiple conda environments active at once, do not load this environment in addition to another conda linked module or local environment.

Version Information

If you prefer to use a specific version of the software, specify the version with the command:

module load bamtools/<version>

Currently installed versions:

  • 2.5.1 (default)
Note: If you need a different version, you may create a local installation within your home directory/project space, or contact HPC Support to request the creation of a new module.

Documentation

Official Documentation

Complete manual with all available options and detailed explanations.

BamTools Manual

Source Code

GitHub repository for the BamTools project.

GitHub Repository

Support

SeaWulf HPC Support

For issues related to running BamTools on the SeaWulf cluster, please contact the HPC support team: