This document discusses techniques for genetic linkage analysis and genotyping. It describes linkage as genes located close together on a chromosome being inherited together. Linkage analysis uses statistical methods like recombination fraction and LOD scores to map trait genes to chromosome locations. Genotyping determines genetic variants by examining DNA sequences. Whole genome, targeted, and custom genotyping are described along with approaches to visualize genetic alterations like RFLP, SSCP, and DHPLC.