Microsoft Windows through Open OnDemand by Paige Despain 7lbd is an innovative open-source project that simplifies Windows deployment in HPC environments by treating Windows as an application within Open OnDemand. The solution eliminates traditional infrastructure complexities by using technologies like Apache Guacamole, network namespaces, and a simplified Windows VM configuration to provide secure, isolated Windows desktops across computing clusters. This solution simplifies Windows to a level that even Linux systems administrators will find easy to maintain while maintaining robust security and accessibility, no AD required.
An Approach to SLURM Configuration Verification by Kyle Reinholt Ensuring the correctness of Slurm configurations is crucial for maintaining high-performance computing (HPC) environments, but validating these configurations effectively remains a challenge. In this lightning talk, we will explore existing approaches to Slurm configuration verification, including manual checks, custom scripts, and automated validation tools. While these methods offer some benefits, they often fall short in scalability and flexibility. The talk will then shift focus to exploring potential solutions for improving configuration verification, discussing innovative strategies, and tools that could streamline the process, reduce errors, and enhance cluster reliability.
