Unlocking GPU Research Efficiency: Introducing Slonk
At Character.ai, we’ve tackled one of the biggest challenges in machine learning infrastructure with Slonk (SLURM on Kubernetes). This innovative system bridges HPC efficiency with the operational prowess of Kubernetes, enhancing researcher productivity while ensuring stability.
Key Features of Slonk:
- Familiar SLURM UX: Enjoy the user-friendly commands (sbatch, squeue) researchers already trust.
- Seamless Kubernetes Integration: Benefit from a resilient control plane that automates health checks and autoscaling.
- Dynamic Resource Management: Effortlessly transition GPU resources between research and production.
Why Choose Slonk?
- Streamlined workflows maintaining traditional HPC practices.
- Robust observability and automatic failure remediation.
- A consistent environment for managing disparate resources across cloud platforms.
We’re sharing this open-source snapshot to encourage collaboration and adaptation. Check out our GitHub repository for more details!
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