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Foil 33 Using Performance Models

From Designing and Building Parallel Programs I: Introduction DoD Modernization Tutorial -- 1995-1998. by Ian Foster, Gina Goff, Ehtesham Hayder, Chuck Koelbel
During design
  • Use models to study qualitative behavior
  • Calibrate models by measuring tc, ts, tw, etc.
  • Use calibrated models to evaluate design alternatives
During implementation
  • Compare predictions with observations
  • Relate discrepancies to implementation or model
  • Use models to guide optimization process

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