3.4.6.2. DataDump

The DataDump I/O module serializes the entire analysis state (props and globdat) to a pickle file for later restart or inspection.

3.4.6.2.1. Overview

Module type: DataDump

  • Output file: <prefix>_<cycle>.dump or <prefix>.dump when lastOnly.

  • Contents: both the properties object and global data.

3.4.6.2.2. Parameters

3.4.6.2.2.1. Mandatory Parameters

Parameter

Description

type

Must be set to "DataDump"

3.4.6.2.2.2. Optional Parameters

Parameter

Description

interval

Output interval in cycles (default: 1)

lastOnly

true to always overwrite a single dump file (default: false)

3.4.6.2.3. Examples

  • Save dumps every cycle:

outputModules = [ "DataDump" ];

DataDump =
{
  type     = "DataDump";
  interval = 1;
  lastOnly = false;
};

3.4.6.2.4. See Also