Oakestra - A Lightweight Hierarchical Orchestration Framework for Edge Computing

Explore a conference talk from USENIX ATC '23 that introduces Oakestra, a groundbreaking lightweight hierarchical orchestration framework designed specifically for edge computing environments. Discover how this innovative solution addresses the challenges of deploying applications with strict latency requirements in diverse, dynamic, and potentially constrained edge environments. Learn about Oakestra's novel features, including its federated three-tier resource management, delegated task scheduling, and semantic overlay networking, which enable flexible consolidation of multiple infrastructure providers and support applications through dynamic variations at the edge. Gain insights into the significant benefits of Oakestra compared to existing state-of-the-art orchestration frameworks, including its tenfold reduction in resource usage through reduced management overhead and 10% improvement in application performance on constrained hardware. Presented by researchers from the Technical University of Munich, this 20-minute talk offers valuable knowledge for professionals and enthusiasts interested in advancing edge computing technologies.