KubernetesMigration

Migration of CoCalc Infrastructure to Kubernetes

Kubernetes is open source software for deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications.

1. Purpose for the Upgrade

Upgrading CoCalc infrastructure to Kubernetes will allow us to offer our users:

• greater security
• improved platform robustness
• rapid and seamless scaling of computing capacity
• fault isolation
• shorter time to market for future enhancements

2. What to Expect

when

• The upgrade is scheduled for middle of the day Pacific time (UTC-7), August 25, 2017.
• Additional details will be posted here.

system changes

• Ubuntu version

• Linux user name and home directory

• memory and CPU project upgrades

  • you will need to restart your project when changing these options

new features

• preserving CoCalc sessions when browser is refreshed; named sessions

• Julia updated

• Sage 8.0 now the default

• simplified ssh public key management; single ssh key can be used to access to all your sessions

what has not changed

• overall look and feel of CoCalc

• pricing model

• ongoing commitment of CoCalc team to improving the experience of our customers

3. Take Part in the Upgrade Process

If you have questions or problems about this upgrade, do not hesitate to create a support ticket.

We want to know if you have concerns about the transition or run into issues after the change!