Speaker
Description
ClusterCockpit, a specialized performance and energy monitoring framework
designed for High-Performance Computing (HPC) cluster systems, has evolved
significantly since its inception in 2018. The framework comprises a web
frontend, an API backend, a node agent, and a metric in-memory cache. Being
an open-source project, its source code is available on GitHub at
https://github.com/ClusterCockpit.
This presentation delves into the challenges encountered and the journey
taken by ClusterCockpit over the past five years. Initially built as a PHP
Symfony web application relying on server-side rendering and JQuery
libraries, the framework has transformed into its current state with a Go API
backend and a web frontend based on Svelte.
The talk emphasizes the tradeoffs encountered when choosing frameworks at
different levels and finding the right balance between ease of use and
flexibility. The project's progression is explored, starting from its early
stages with PHP Symfony to the current architecture. Notable stages and
experiences are highlighted, providing insights into the decision-making
process.
Particular attention is given to the choices made in terms of architecture
and design, shedding light on the considerations that led to the adoption of
Go for the backend and Svelte for the frontend. The presentation aims to
offer a comprehensive understanding of ClusterCockpit's development, focusing
on the evolution of technologies, frameworks, and the project's current
state.
