Implementation Challenges - From HPC to Containers in the Academy

Explore the transition from High-Performance Computing (HPC) to container-based solutions in academic environments through this insightful conference talk. Discover the implementation challenges faced by Masaryk University's CERIT-SC/Institute of Computer Science as they introduce Kubernetes infrastructure for scientific computing. Learn about multi-tenancy assurance, user application deployment, resource sharing, and building trust in containerization within the research community. Gain valuable insights into created solutions, European open-source projects, and the benefits of containers in academia. Delve into ongoing issues, proposed feature ideas, and the integration of Kubernetes with HPC systems. Understand the complexities of queueing, fairness, scheduling, and fostering user trust in this evolving technological landscape.