Good Enough Practices in Scientific Computing
This addresses the need for accessible computing practices for new researchers, but it is incremental as it builds on existing guides and experiences.
The paper tackles the problem of inadequate computing practices among novice researchers by synthesizing a set of recommended tools and techniques from workshops and guides, resulting in a practical guide tailored for beginners.
We present a set of computing tools and techniques that every researcher can and should adopt. These recommendations synthesize inspiration from our own work, from the experiences of the thousands of people who have taken part in Software Carpentry and Data Carpentry workshops over the past six years, and from a variety of other guides. Unlike some other guides, our recommendations are aimed specifically at people who are new to research computing.