Workflow, Automation, and Data Management for Lattice Gauge Theory

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Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW (Fermilab)

Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW

Fermilab

Ethan Neil (University of Colorado, Boulder), james simone (Fermilab)
Description

With lattice simulations and the groups undertaking them both growing in scale over time, there are a number of emerging challenges related to sharing and management of the associated data, from primary results like gauge configurations and propagators to the various intermediate and final products associated with each analysis. A more sophisticated approach to managing data alongside the workflow of lattice simulation can enhance collaboration, ease publication of data products alongside research papers, and enable automation of common analysis tasks. This will be an informal workshop focused on discussion of best practices and software development opportunities.

Talks and discussions will be solicited from workshop participants; suggestions for topics are welcome.

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Participants
  • Chris Green
  • Daniel Hackett
  • David Schaich
  • Ethan Neil
  • James Simone
  • Marc Paterno
  • Réka Ágnes Vig
  • Samuel Foreman
  • Sophie Hollitt
  • William Jay
  • Xiaoyong Jin
  • Yin Lin
  • Zech Gelzer
    • 09:00 12:00
      Data storage and design Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW

      Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW

      Fermilab

      Design and use of centralized repositories such as SQL databases in lattice calculation workflows

    • 12:00 13:00
      Lunch 1h Wilson Hall cafeteria

      Wilson Hall cafeteria

      Fermilab

    • 13:00 17:00
      Structured data storage Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW

      Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW

      Fermilab

      Use of structured outputs (XML, YAML, HDF5, etc.) to organize and store data

    • 18:00 19:30
      Dinner 1h 30m TBD

      TBD

    • 09:00 12:00
      Workflow management tools Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW

      Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW

      Fermilab

      Workflow management software such as Pegasus, Apache Taverna, Apache Spark, and others

    • 12:00 13:00
      Lunch 1h Wilson Hall cafeteria

      Wilson Hall cafeteria

      Fermilab

    • 13:00 16:30
      Automation Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW

      Theory Conference Room Wilson Hall 3 NW

      Fermilab

      Automation of common lattice "tuning" tasks (e.g. HMC parameter tuning, phase diagram exploration)