Supporting Native Cloud Tools in the EGI Federated Cloud via the FedCloud Client
Published on:
October 29, 2024
Abstract
The EGI Federated Cloud (FedCloud) is a multinational cloud system that seamlessly integrates community, private, and public clouds into a scalable computing platform dedicated to research. Each cloud within this federated infrastructure configures its Cloud Management Framework (CMF) based on its preferences and constraints. The inherent heterogeneity among cloud sites can pose challenges when attempting to use native cloud tools such as Terraform at the federation level. The FedCloud client, the official client of the EGI Federated Cloud, plays a crucial role in simplifying the use of these tools. It offers the following capabilities: creating a working environment for the tools; making the tools federation-aware; and selecting suitable resources and configurations for deployments. In essence, the FedCloud client serves as a valuable bridge, simplifying the use of native cloud tools within the EGI Federated Cloud environment. Its features contribute to a more user-friendly and efficient cloud computing experience, particularly when dealing with the diverse cloud infrastructure found within the federation.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22323/1.458.0010
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