Propagator Networks for Degenerate Computation - Enhancing Software Robustness

Explore the concept of propagator networks for degenerate computation in this 20-minute conference talk from ACM SIGPLAN's DeclMed'23. Delve into how this approach can enhance software robustness and evolution, addressing the common issue of code fragility. Learn about the benefits of incorporating degeneracy in software design, drawing parallels with safety-critical applications in aerospace. Discover how propagator networks offer an expressive architecture for implementing degenerate computation, facilitating easier software evolution, operational feedback collection, and multi-language integration. Examine practical applications through examples from GeneNetwork, a bioinformatics data analysis web service, to understand the real-world implications of this innovative approach to software development.