👉 Portland Computing is an initiative that aims to democratize access to high-performance computing (HPC) resources and expertise, primarily targeting academic and research institutions. It leverages a cloud-based platform to provide researchers with on-demand access to powerful computing resources, including supercomputers, storage, and specialized software tools, without the need for significant upfront investment in hardware or infrastructure. By fostering collaboration and open access, Portland Computing seeks to accelerate scientific discovery and innovation across various fields, from climate science and genomics to materials research and artificial intelligence. The initiative also emphasizes education and workforce development, offering training programs and resources to help build a skilled community of HPC users and developers.