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Workstation Templates

Overview​

Workstation Templates in SparkCloud Studio are saved configurations of an existing workstation.
They allow you to capture a workstation’s setup including operating system, installed software, and resource allocation (CPU, GPU, RAM, storage) and reuse it whenever needed.

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This feature is available for organisations. You can learn more about Organisations here.

Key Features​

Consistency

Maintain uniform workstation setups across teams and projects.

  • Identical base configurations for all users.
  • No risk of mismatched environments.
  • Easier collaboration across teams.

Speed

Save time by launching ready-to-use workstations instantly.

  • No repeated manual setup.
  • Quickly spin up new environments.
  • Perfect for training or temporary workloads.

Reusability

Create once and reuse for multiple projects or users.

  • Turn a stopped workstation into a template.
  • Share templates across your organisation.
  • Reduce repetitive setup overhead.

Scalability

Easily create multiple identical workstations from one template.

  • Scale workstations for larger teams.
  • Support distributed workloads.
  • Maintain control with organisation-level templates.

Use Case Scenarios​

  • Design Teams: Preconfigured GPU-enabled workstations for rendering and graphics workflows.
  • Development Teams: Templates with preinstalled libraries, SDKs, and dependencies for faster onboarding.
  • Training Environments: Provide identical machines to all trainees for consistent learning.
  • Production Workloads: Quickly rebuild reliable environments in case of failures.

Benefits​

  • Simplified workstation setup and management
  • Faster onboarding for new team members
  • Reduced chances of configuration errors
  • Lower costs by eliminating repeated setup time
  • Seamless sharing of best-practice environments

How to make and use Templates?​

1. Upgrade to an Organisation →​

To begin creating and managing templates, you need to upgrade your account to an organisation-level subscription.

2. Create a Workstation Template →​

Once you have an organisation, simply stop an existing workstation and save it as a template. This will capture the current configuration, including installed software and system settings.

3. Create Workstations from Templates →​

Once a template is saved, you can instantly create new workstations from that template, ensuring the same setup and configuration every time.

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To learn more about Workstation Templates, head over to the Templates section..