pytorch-lightning

Scale PyTorch models across GPUs and nodes with DDP, FSDP, or DeepSpeed.

2|Updated Apr 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Clay-HHK/claude-config --skill pytorch-lightning-clay-hhk
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Skill: pytorch-lightning
Source: https://github.com/Clay-HHK/claude-config/tree/main/skills/AI-research-SKILLs/08-distributed-training/pytorch-lightning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Clay-HHK/claude-config --skill pytorch-lightning-clay-hhk

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Lightning simplifies distributed PyTorch training by removing boilerplate and orchestrating multi-GPU/multi-node runs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scales training across GPUs and nodes with DDP, FSDP, and DeepSpeed.
  • Automatic device management, mixed-precision support, and zero-boilerplate orchestration.
  • Seamless integration with callbacks, logging, and checkpointing for production-grade experiments.

Quick Start

Launch distributed training by creating a Lightning Trainer with the desired accelerator and strategy and calling trainer.fit(model, train_loader, val_loader).

Frequently Asked Questions about pytorch-lightning

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

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How do I scale PyTorch training across multiple GPUs without writing boilerplate code?

Scale PyTorch training across multiple GPUs without boilerplate by using Lightning's Trainer to automatically orchestrate devices, manage multi-GPU runs, and apply mixed precision with minimal code changes.

What is the best way to run distributed PyTorch training with FSDP or DeepSpeed?

Distributed PyTorch training with FSDP or DeepSpeed is best handled by configuring a Lightning Trainer with the desired strategy, allowing seamless large-scale model training and multi-node orchestration.

Does PyTorch Lightning support multi-node setups and automatic mixed precision?

PyTorch Lightning supports multi-node setups and automatic mixed precision, providing automatic device handling and zero-boilerplate orchestration for both research environments and production pipelines.

How do I integrate callbacks and checkpointing into distributed PyTorch training?

Integrate callbacks and checkpointing into distributed PyTorch training by leveraging Lightning's built-in Trainer features, which manage logging and checkpointing automatically during multi-GPU and multi-node runs.

When do I need to use DDP versus FSDP for large-scale PyTorch training?

Use DDP for standard multi-GPU data parallelism and FSDP for large-scale PyTorch training when model size exceeds single-GPU memory, both easily configured through Lightning's strategy settings.