
BOOKS - Programming Your GPU with OpenMP Performance Portability for GPUs

Programming Your GPU with OpenMP Performance Portability for GPUs
Author: Tom Deakin, Timothy G. Mattson
Year: 2023
Pages: 336
Format: EPUB
File size: 13.1 MB
Language: ENG

Year: 2023
Pages: 336
Format: EPUB
File size: 13.1 MB
Language: ENG

Book Description: In this book, we will explore the world of programming GPUs using OpenMP, which is a powerful parallel programming model that allows developers to harness the power of multi-core CPUs and GPUs to achieve better performance and scalability. We will delve into the details of OpenMP and its applications in various fields such as scientific computing, machine learning, computer vision, and more. The book covers the basics of OpenMP, its features, and how it can be used to optimize performance on different hardware platforms. It also provides practical examples and case studies to help readers understand the concepts and apply them in real-world scenarios. The book is divided into four parts: Part 1: Introduction to OpenMP and GPU Programming, Part 2: OpenMP Directives and their Applications, Part 3: Advanced OpenMP Topics, and Part 4: Case Studies and Best Practices. Each part builds upon the previous one, providing a comprehensive understanding of OpenMP and its applications in different domains. The first part introduces the concept of OpenMP and its importance in modern computing. It covers the basic principles of OpenMP, its history, and the evolution of parallel computing. This part also discusses the benefits of using OpenMP for GPU programming and the challenges that developers face when working with multiple cores and GPUs. The second part explores the various OpenMP directives and their applications in different fields. It covers the most commonly used directives such as parallel regions, loops, and synchronization, as well as advanced directives like barrier, reduction, and teams.
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