bactmap

Runs nf-core/bactmap to map bacterial WGS reads and generate phylogenies.

1|Updated Jun 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danilomonge/nf-claw --skill bactmap
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Skill: bactmap
Source: https://github.com/danilomonge/nf-claw/tree/main/pipelines/bactmap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danilomonge/nf-claw --skill bactmap

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the guesswork from running the nf-core/bactmap pipeline so you can map bacterial whole-genome sequencing reads against a reference, produce reliable variant and pseudogenome outputs, and optionally generate a phylogeny from the resulting alignments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reference-based bacterial analysis: Runs a validated mapping workflow for short-read bacterial WGS data.
  • Downstream interpretation: Produces filtered VCFs, pseudogenomes, and optional tree-building outputs for comparative genomics.
  • Production-ready execution: Handles required parameters, runtime validation, version pinning, and provenance tracking for reproducible runs.

Quick Start

Ask me to run bactmap for your bacterial sequencing data by providing the reference genome, input sample information, output directory, and desired Nextflow profile.

Frequently Asked Questions about bactmap

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I map bacterial whole-genome sequencing reads to a reference genome?

To map bacterial WGS reads against a reference genome, you need a parameter-driven workflow that processes short reads, calls variants, and builds pseudogenomes. The bactmap pipeline handles this by validating runtime parameters and executing Nextflow for reproducible read mapping.

Can I build a phylogeny from bacterial genome alignments using Nextflow?

Yes, you can build a phylogeny from bacterial genome alignments using Nextflow. The pipeline optionally infers phylogenetic trees from pseudogenome alignments generated during the mapping process, with optional subsampling controls for larger datasets.

What do I need to run nf-core/bactmap for bacterial variant calling?

To run nf-core/bactmap for bacterial variant calling, you need to provide a reference genome path, input sample information, an output directory, and a desired Nextflow profile. The pipeline validates these required parameters before execution.

How does a pseudogenome workflow generate filtered VCFs for comparative genomics?

A pseudogenome workflow generates filtered VCFs by mapping short reads to a reference, identifying variants, and applying filtering criteria. The bactmap pipeline produces these filtered VCFs and pseudogenomes as outputs for downstream comparative genomics analysis.

What's the best way to ensure reproducible bacterial genome mapping and phylogeny generation?

The best way to ensure reproducible bacterial genome mapping is through version pinning and provenance-aware execution. The bactmap pipeline handles version tracking and provenance recording during Nextflow execution to guarantee reproducible phylogeny generation.

Does the bactmap pipeline support subsampling for large bacterial WGS datasets?

Yes, the bactmap pipeline supports subsampling for large bacterial WGS datasets. It includes optional tree-building and subsampling controls that allow you to manage computational load when inferring phylogenies from extensive genome alignments.