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README.md

@@ -9,7 +9,7 @@
 
 **A comprehensive, hands-on educational project for mastering GPU programming with CUDA and HIP**
 
-*From beginner fundamentals to production-ready optimization techniques*
+*From beginner fundamentals to professional-grade optimization techniques*
 
 ## 📑 Table of Contents
 
@@ -37,7 +37,7 @@
 - **9 comprehensive modules** covering beginner to expert topics
 - **71 working code examples** in both CUDA and HIP
 - **Cross-platform support** for NVIDIA and AMD GPUs  
-- **Production-ready development environment** with Docker
+- **Comprehensive development environment** with Docker
 - **Professional tooling** including profilers, debuggers, and CI/CD
 
 Perfect for students, researchers, and developers looking to master GPU computing.
@@ -198,7 +198,7 @@ This architectural knowledge is essential for writing efficient GPU code and is
 | 🎯 **Complete Curriculum** | 9 progressive modules from basics to advanced topics |
 | 💻 **Cross-Platform** | Full CUDA and HIP support for NVIDIA and AMD GPUs |
 | 🐳 **Docker Ready** | Complete containerized development environment with CUDA 12.9.1 & ROCm 7.0 |
-| 🔧 **Production Quality** | Professional build systems, auto-detection, testing, and profiling |
+| 🔧 **Professional Quality** | Professional build systems, auto-detection, testing, and profiling |
 | 📊 **Performance Focus** | Optimization techniques and benchmarking throughout |
 | 🌐 **Community Driven** | Open source with comprehensive contribution guidelines |
 | 🧪 **Advanced Libraries** | Support for Thrust, MIOpen, and production ML frameworks |
@@ -252,21 +252,21 @@ Choose your track based on your experience level:
 
 ## 📚 Modules
 
-Our comprehensive curriculum progresses from fundamental concepts to production-ready optimization techniques:
+Our comprehensive curriculum progresses from fundamental concepts to advanced optimization techniques:
 
-| Module | Level | Duration | Focus Area | Key Topics | Examples |
-|--------|-------|----------|------------|------------|----------|
-| [**Module 1**](modules/module1/) | 👶 Beginner | 4-6h | **GPU Fundamentals** | Architecture, Memory, First Kernels | 13 |
-| [**Module 2**](modules/module2/) | 👶→🔥 | 6-8h | **Memory Optimization** | Coalescing, Shared Memory, Texture | 10 |
-| [**Module 3**](modules/module3/) | 🔥 Intermediate | 6-8h | **Execution Models** | Warps, Occupancy, Synchronization | 12 |
-| [**Module 4**](modules/module4/) | 🔥→🚀 | 8-10h | **Advanced Programming** | Streams, Multi-GPU, Unified Memory | 9 |
-| [**Module 5**](modules/module5/) | 🚀 Advanced | 6-8h | **Performance Engineering** | Profiling, Bottleneck Analysis | 5 |
-| [**Module 6**](modules/module6/) | 🚀 Advanced | 8-10h | **Parallel Algorithms** | Reduction, Scan, Convolution | 10 |
-| [**Module 7**](modules/module7/) | 🚀 Expert | 8-10h | **Algorithmic Patterns** | Sorting, Graph Algorithms | 4 |
-| [**Module 8**](modules/module8/) | 🚀 Expert | 10-12h | **Domain Applications** | ML, Scientific Computing | 4 |
-| [**Module 9**](modules/module9/) | 🚀 Expert | 6-8h | **Production Deployment** | Libraries, Integration, Scaling | 4 |
+| Module | Level | Focus Area | Key Topics | Examples |
+|--------|-------|------------|------------|----------|
+| [**Module 1**](modules/module1/) | 👶 Beginner | **GPU Fundamentals** | Architecture, Memory, First Kernels | 13 |
+| [**Module 2**](modules/module2/) | 👶→🔥 | **Memory Optimization** | Coalescing, Shared Memory, Texture | 10 |
+| [**Module 3**](modules/module3/) | 🔥 Intermediate | **Execution Models** | Warps, Occupancy, Synchronization | 12 |
+| [**Module 4**](modules/module4/) | 🔥→🚀 | **Advanced Programming** | Streams, Multi-GPU, Unified Memory | 9 |
+| [**Module 5**](modules/module5/) | 🚀 Advanced | **Performance Engineering** | Profiling, Bottleneck Analysis | 5 |
+| [**Module 6**](modules/module6/) | 🚀 Advanced | **Parallel Algorithms** | Reduction, Scan, Convolution | 10 |
+| [**Module 7**](modules/module7/) | 🚀 Expert | **Algorithmic Patterns** | Sorting, Graph Algorithms | 4 |
+| [**Module 8**](modules/module8/) | 🚀 Expert | **Domain Applications** | ML, Scientific Computing | 4 |
+| [**Module 9**](modules/module9/) | 🚀 Expert | **Production Deployment** | Libraries, Integration, Scaling | 4 |
 
-**📈 Progressive Learning Path: 71 Examples • 50+ Hours • Beginner to Expert**
+**📈 Progressive Learning Path: 71 Examples • Beginner to Expert**
 
 ### Learning Progression
 
@@ -387,7 +387,7 @@ Experience the full development environment with zero setup:
 **Container Specifications:**
 - **CUDA**: NVIDIA CUDA 12.9.1 on Ubuntu 22.04
 - **ROCm**: AMD ROCm 7.0 on Ubuntu 24.04 
-- **Libraries**: Production-ready toolchains with debugging support
+- **Libraries**: Professional toolchains with debugging support
 
 **[📖 Complete Docker Guide →](docker/README.md)**
 
@@ -415,7 +415,7 @@ make debug         # Debug builds with extra checks
 
 ### Advanced Build Features
 - **Automatic GPU Detection**: Detects NVIDIA/AMD hardware and builds accordingly
-- **Production Optimization**: `-O3`, fast math, architecture-specific optimizations
+- **Professional Optimization**: `-O3`, fast math, architecture-specific optimizations
 - **Debug Support**: Full debugging symbols and validation checks
 - **Library Management**: Automatic detection of optional dependencies (NVML, MIOpen)
 - **Cross-Platform**: Single Makefile supports both CUDA and HIP builds
@@ -426,7 +426,7 @@ make debug         # Debug builds with extra checks
 |--------------|-------------------|------------------|--------------|
 | **Beginner** | 10-100x | 60-80% | Educational |
 | **Intermediate** | 50-500x | 80-95% | Optimized |
-| **Advanced** | 100-1000x | 85-95% | Production |
+| **Advanced** | 100-1000x | 85-95% | Professional |
 | **Expert** | 500-5000x | 95%+ | Library-Quality |
 
 ## 🐛 Troubleshooting
@@ -507,7 +507,7 @@ If you use this project in your research, education, or publications, please cit
   author={{Stephen Shao}},
   year={2025},
   howpublished={\url{https://github.com/AIComputing101/gpu-programming-101}},
-  note={A complete GPU programming educational resource with 70+ production-ready examples covering fundamentals through advanced optimization techniques for NVIDIA CUDA and AMD HIP platforms}
+  note={A complete GPU programming educational resource with 71 comprehensive examples covering fundamentals through advanced optimization techniques for NVIDIA CUDA and AMD HIP platforms}
 }
 ```
 

modules/module3/README.md

@@ -334,4 +334,4 @@ ncu --metrics l1tex__data_bank_conflicts_pipe_lsu_mem_shared_op_ld.sum ./02_scan
 
 ---
 
-**Note**: This module provides both educational implementations (showing algorithm progression) and production-ready optimized versions. Focus on understanding the concepts before optimizing for specific use cases.
+**Note**: This module provides both educational implementations (showing algorithm progression) and optimized versions. Focus on understanding the concepts before optimizing for specific use cases.

modules/module5/README.md

@@ -436,11 +436,11 @@ Module 5 represents the pinnacle of GPU performance optimization, covering:
 - **Memory Subsystem Optimization** across all levels of the GPU memory hierarchy
 - **Compute Optimization Strategies** for maximum algorithmic efficiency
 - **Cross-Platform Performance** considerations for portable high-performance code
-- **Production-Ready Optimization** techniques used in industry applications
+- **Professional Optimization** techniques used in industry applications
 
 These skills are essential for:
 - Achieving maximum performance from GPU investments
-- Building production-quality high-performance applications
+- Building professional-quality high-performance applications
 - Understanding performance trade-offs in GPU algorithm design
 - Developing performance-portable code across GPU architectures
 

modules/module6/README.md

@@ -367,4 +367,4 @@ These algorithms form the foundation for more complex applications covered in su
 **Difficulty**: Intermediate-Advanced  
 **Prerequisites**: Modules 1-5 completion, parallel algorithm concepts
 
-**Note**: This module emphasizes both educational understanding and production-ready implementations. Focus on mastering the algorithmic concepts before diving into platform-specific optimizations.
+**Note**: This module emphasizes both educational understanding and optimized implementations. Focus on mastering the algorithmic concepts before diving into platform-specific optimizations.

modules/module7/README.md

@@ -372,4 +372,4 @@ Master these concepts to tackle the most demanding computational challenges and
 **Difficulty**: Advanced  
 **Prerequisites**: Modules 1-6 completion, advanced algorithm knowledge
 
-**Note**: This module focuses on production-level implementations of sophisticated algorithms. Emphasis is placed on understanding both the theoretical foundations and practical optimization techniques required for real-world deployment.
+**Note**: This module focuses on advanced-level implementations of sophisticated algorithms. Emphasis is placed on understanding both the theoretical foundations and practical optimization techniques required for real-world deployment.

modules/module8/README.md

@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ By completing this module, you will:
 
 #### 1. Deep Learning Inference Kernels (`01_deep_learning_*.cu/.cpp`)
 
-Production-quality neural network inference implementations:
+Professional-quality neural network inference implementations:
 
 - **Custom Convolution Kernels**: Optimized for specific layer configurations
 - **GEMM Optimization**: High-performance matrix multiplication for fully connected layers
@@ -214,7 +214,7 @@ make monte_carlo       # Monte Carlo simulations
 make finance          # Computational finance
 make library_integration # Library integration examples
 
-# Production builds with optimizations
+# Professional builds with optimizations
 make production
 
 # Debug builds for development
@@ -396,7 +396,7 @@ make scaling_analysis
 Module 8 bridges the gap between GPU programming techniques and real-world applications:
 
 - **Domain Expertise**: Apply GPU techniques to solve actual industry problems
-- **Production Quality**: Build applications that meet real-world performance and accuracy requirements
+- **Professional Quality**: Build applications that meet real-world performance and accuracy requirements
 - **Integration Skills**: Successfully integrate GPU computing into existing workflows and systems
 - **Optimization Mastery**: Achieve optimal performance for domain-specific computational patterns
 
@@ -414,4 +414,4 @@ Master these domain-specific applications to become a complete GPU computing exp
 **Difficulty**: Advanced  
 **Prerequisites**: Modules 1-7 completion, domain-specific knowledge
 
-**Note**: This module emphasizes real-world application development with production-quality implementations. Students should focus on both technical excellence and practical deployment considerations.
+**Note**: This module emphasizes real-world application development with professional-quality implementations. Students should focus on both technical excellence and practical deployment considerations.

modules/module8/examples/01_deep_learning_cuda.cu

@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 /**
  * Module 8: Domain-Specific Applications - Deep Learning Inference Kernels (CUDA)
  * 
- * Production-quality neural network inference implementations optimized for NVIDIA GPU architectures.
+ * Professional-quality neural network inference implementations optimized for NVIDIA GPU architectures.
  * This example demonstrates custom convolution kernels, GEMM optimization, activation functions,
  * and mixed precision inference with Tensor Core utilization.
  * 

modules/module8/examples/01_deep_learning_hip.cpp

@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@
 
 const int WAVEFRONT_SIZE = 64;earning Inference Kernels (HIP)
  * 
- * Production-quality neural network inference implementations optimized for AMD GPU architectures.
+ * Professional-quality neural network inference implementations optimized for AMD GPU architectures.
  * This example demonstrates deep learning kernels adapted for ROCm/HIP with wavefront-aware
  * optimizations and LDS utilization patterns specific to AMD hardware.
  * 

modules/module8/examples/Makefile

@@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ BUILD_HIP = 0
 GPU_VENDOR = NONE
 endif
 
-# Compiler flags for production-quality applications
+# Compiler flags for professional-quality applications
 CUDA_FLAGS = -std=c++17 -O3 -arch=sm_70 -lineinfo --use_fast_math
 CUDA_DEBUG_FLAGS = -std=c++17 -g -G -arch=sm_70
 HIP_FLAGS = -std=c++17 -O3 -ffast-math
@@ -186,7 +186,7 @@ debug: CUDA_FLAGS = $(CUDA_DEBUG_FLAGS)
 debug: HIP_FLAGS = $(HIP_DEBUG_FLAGS)
 debug: all
 
-# Production builds with maximum optimization
+# Professional builds with maximum optimization
 .PHONY: production
 production: CUDA_FLAGS += -DNDEBUG -Xptxas -O3
 production: HIP_FLAGS += -DNDEBUG
@@ -589,7 +589,7 @@ help:
 	@echo "  cuda             - Build CUDA applications only"
 	@echo "  hip              - Build HIP applications only"
 	@echo "  debug            - Build with debug flags"
-	@echo "  production       - Build with maximum optimization"
+	@echo "  professional     - Build with maximum optimization"
 	@echo "  clean            - Remove build artifacts"
 	@echo ""
 	@echo "Domain Application Targets:"

modules/module9/README.md

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 # Module 9: Production GPU Programming
 
-This module focuses on building enterprise-grade GPU applications with emphasis on deployment, maintenance, scalability, and integration with production systems. Learn how to transition from prototype to production-ready GPU software.
+This module focuses on building enterprise-grade GPU applications with emphasis on deployment, maintenance, scalability, and integration with production systems. Learn how to transition from prototype to professional-grade GPU software.
 
 ## Learning Objectives
 
@@ -357,7 +357,7 @@ make cost_analysis
 - [ ] Monitoring and observability built into the application
 
 ### Infrastructure
-- [ ] Production-grade Kubernetes cluster with GPU support
+- [ ] Enterprise-grade Kubernetes cluster with GPU support
 - [ ] Monitoring and alerting infrastructure deployed
 - [ ] Backup and disaster recovery procedures implemented
 - [ ] Security scanning and vulnerability management in place

modules/module9/content.md

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
-# Production GPU Programming: Enterprise-Grade Implementation Guide
+# Professional GPU Programming: Enterprise-Grade Implementation Guide
 
-> Environment note: Production examples and deployment references assume development using Docker images with CUDA 12.9.1 (Ubuntu 22.04) and ROCm 7.0 (Ubuntu 24.04) for parity between environments. Enhanced build system supports production-grade optimizations.
+> Environment note: Professional examples and deployment references assume development using Docker images with CUDA 12.9.1 (Ubuntu 22.04) and ROCm 7.0 (Ubuntu 24.04) for parity between environments. Enhanced build system supports professional-grade optimizations.
 
 This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of deploying, maintaining, and scaling GPU applications in production environments, from architecture design to operational excellence.
 
@@ -1469,6 +1469,6 @@ This comprehensive guide covers all essential aspects of production GPU programm
 4. **Monitoring**: Comprehensive observability for GPU workloads
 5. **Scalability**: Auto-scaling and load balancing strategies
 6. **Security**: Enterprise-grade security and compliance
-7. **Best Practices**: Production-ready configuration and health monitoring
+7. **Best Practices**: Professional configuration and health monitoring
 
 These concepts enable the development of enterprise-grade GPU applications that meet the demanding requirements of production environments while maintaining high performance, reliability, and security standards.

modules/module9/examples/01_architecture_cuda.cu

@@ -1,12 +1,12 @@
 /**
  * Module 9: Production GPU Programming - Production Architecture Patterns (CUDA)
  * 
- * Enterprise-grade GPU application architecture demonstrating production-ready patterns
+ * Enterprise-grade GPU application architecture demonstrating professional patterns
  * including microservices design, error handling, monitoring integration, and scalable
  * deployment strategies. This example showcases real-world production requirements.
  * 
  * Topics Covered:
- * - Production-grade error handling and recovery mechanisms
+ * - Professional-grade error handling and recovery mechanisms
  * - Comprehensive logging and monitoring integration
  * - Resource management and memory pools
  * - Health checks and service discovery integration
@@ -37,7 +37,7 @@
 #include <random>
 #include <functional>
 
-// Production-grade error handling macros
+// Professional-grade error handling macros
 #define CUDA_CHECK_PROD(call, context) \
     do { \
         cudaError_t error = call; \
@@ -841,7 +841,7 @@ int main(int argc, char* argv[]) {
     // Demo mode - show capabilities
     std::cout << "Production GPU Architecture Features:\n";
     std::cout << "• Comprehensive error handling and recovery\n";
-    std::cout << "• Production-grade logging and monitoring\n";
+    std::cout << "• Professional-grade logging and monitoring\n";
     std::cout << "• Resource management and memory pools\n";
     std::cout << "• Health checks and service discovery\n";
     std::cout << "• Configuration management\n";

modules/module9/examples/01_architecture_hip.cpp

@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 /**
  * Module 9: Production GPU Programming - Production Architecture Patterns (HIP)
  * 
- * Enterprise-grade GPU application architecture demonstrating production-ready patterns
+ * Enterprise-grade GPU application architecture demonstrating professional patterns
  * adapted for AMD GPU architectures using ROCm/HIP. This example showcases real-world
  * production requirements optimized for AMD hardware and ROCm ecosystem.
  * 
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@
 #include <random>
 #include <functional>
 
-// Production-grade error handling macros for HIP
+// Professional-grade error handling macros for HIP
 #define HIP_CHECK_PROD(call, context) \
     do { \
         hipError_t error = call; \
@@ -828,7 +828,7 @@ int main(int argc, char* argv[]) {
     std::cout << "• Wavefront-aware resource management (64-thread wavefronts)\n";
     std::cout << "• NUMA-aware memory allocation for multi-GPU systems\n";
     std::cout << "• AMD GPU specific error handling and recovery\n";
-    std::cout << "• Production-grade logging optimized for ROCm ecosystem\n";
+    std::cout << "• Professional-grade logging optimized for ROCm ecosystem\n";
     std::cout << "• Multi-tenant resource isolation for AMD GPUs\n";
     std::cout << "• Real-time health monitoring with AMD-specific thresholds\n";
 

modules/module9/examples/Makefile

@@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ BUILD_HIP = 0
 GPU_VENDOR = NONE
 endif
 
-# Compiler flags for production-ready applications
+# Compiler flags for professional applications
 CUDA_FLAGS = -std=c++17 -O3 -arch=sm_70 -lineinfo --use_fast_math -DPRODUCTION_BUILD
 CUDA_DEBUG_FLAGS = -std=c++17 -g -G -arch=sm_70 -DDEBUG_BUILD
 HIP_FLAGS = -std=c++17 -O3 -ffast-math -DPRODUCTION_BUILD
@@ -659,7 +659,7 @@ help:
 	@echo ""
 	@echo "Build Targets:"
 	@echo "  all              - Build all production applications"
-	@echo "  production       - Build with production optimization and hardening"
+	@echo "  professional     - Build with professional optimization and hardening"
 	@echo "  debug            - Build with debug information"
 	@echo "  clean            - Remove all build artifacts"
 	@echo ""