Cloud Computing Technology

The largest change in the computer industry over the past ten years has arguably been the emergence of cloud computing: organizations are increasingly moving their workloads to managed public clouds and using new, global-scale services that were simply not possible in private infrastructure. However, both building and using cloud systems remains a black art with many difficult research challenges. This research seminar will cover the latest advances in cloud computing from both industry and academic work and survey challenges including programming interfaces, cloud native applications, resource management, pricing, availability and reliability, privacy and security. Students will propose and develop an original research project in cloud computing. Prerequisites: For graduate students, background in computer systems recommended but not required (CS 140/240, 144/244, 244B or 245). Undergrads will need instructor's approval.