1.30 – 2.30 Session 1: “Creating scalable, heterogeneous Clusters in the Cloud” Presented by: Dr Matt Williams & Dr. Christopher Woods - University of Bristol
Abstract: Learn how you can launch a scalable, heterogeneous Cluster in the Cloud in Oracle's cloud which only charges you for what you use. This workshop will walk you through the steps from getting your cloud account up to running jobs on a familiar batch environment. Discover how to monitor the status of the cluster and how to shut the whole thing down at the end.
2.30 – 3.00 Session 2 (part 1): “Fast Queries with Huge Datasets - using SQL, Graphs and advanced database techniques to crunch large data sets” Presented by: Rich Pitts & Mike Riley
Abstract: The Oracle database has a reputation for high performance resilient transaction processing. It has wide ranging capabilities which are perhaps not always considered by the scientific and research communities.
This presentation will provide an introduction to its capabilities that might be of interest - High performance text searches, integration of R statistical tools, and innovation of graph technologies and explain how you can get access to a demonstrator cloud environment.
3.00 – 3.30 Refreshments3.30 – 4.00 Session 2 (part 2): “Fast Queries with Huge Datasets - using SQL, Graphs and advanced database techniques to crunch large data sets” Presented by: Rich Pitts & Mike Riley
4.00 – 5.00 Session 3: “Kubnernetes and Fn Project - creating large distributed workloads without owning a HPC cluster” Presented by: Thom Leggett
Abstract: Serverless technology such as Functions-as-a-Service platforms enable research teams to focus on solving their domain problems without having to be an IT infrastructure expert. Their unique pay-as-you-go model allows you to then run these workloads at large scale without having to maintain a cluster of your own. In this workshop we will build and run a large distributed workload using the Fn Project and Oracle Functions. We will discuss when using a serverless platform is appropriate and when you might need something with more capabilities. We will then take a look at how Kuberenetes can help you meet those more demanding needs.
This agenda covers both this workshop session and the following
Oracle Workshop (part 2).
