Explore tutorials, guided examples, and reference materials for using the Mess Framework in benchmarking, simulation, and application profiling.
This page focuses on the Mess Framework. For a wider range of training and tutorials on memory system performance, explore the BSC Memory Systems team's resources, including course materials on Roofline, TopDown and PROFET.
Explore the team's tools and resourcesSessions and reference materials for learning and applying the Mess Framework.
BSC Memory Systems · Intel · INESC-ID
It's the Memory,
Stupid!
MICRO 2026 · Athens
October 31, 2026 · Athens, Greece
Explore memory system profiling and performance analysis with the creators of Mess, Roofline models and TopDown analysis.
by the BSC Memory Systems team, Intel and INESC-ID
Tutorial on using Mess Framework for memory system benchmarking, simulation, and application profiling. The tutorial is designed for everybody who want to do deep dive into the memory system performance analysis. The tutorial is organized by the BSC Memory Team and Micron, with the support and guest speakers from INESC-ID Lisbon, University of Zaragoza, University of Würzburg, La Salle Ramon Llull University Barcelona, and Seoul National University. **[Note: Include links?]**
by BSC Memory Systems Team
The Mess Framework brings together researchers and developers working on memory benchmarking, simulation, and profiling. It aims to create a consistent view of memory system behavior across tools and platforms.
Contributions of benchmarks, tutorials, and integrations help expand its coverage and accuracy. If your work involves performance analysis or simulation, you can share results, tools, or insights with the Mess community.
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From: Tutorial MICRO-2025
An introduction to Mess Framework for memory system benchmarking, simulation, and application profiling.
December 2025 Release
A brief introduction to Mess 2.0, covering the key changes from version 1.0 and the new features it adds.
Explore course materials, tutorials, talks and datasets covering Mess, Roofline, TopDown and more.