Application Development

Abstract

SUMMARYGrid computing facilitates the aggregation and coordination of resources that are distributed across multiple administrative domains for large-scale and complex e-Science experiments. Writing, deploying, and testing grid applications over highly heterogeneous and distributed resources are complex and challenging. The process requires grid-enabled programming tools that can handle the complexity and scale of the infrastructure. However, while a large amount of research has been undertaken into grid middleware, little work has been directed specifically at the area of grid application development tools. This paper presents the design and implementation of ISENGARD, an infrastructure for supporting e-Science and grid application development. ISENGARD provides services, tools, and APIs that simplify grid software development.