Terminology - Compute Environment

In this module, we will:

• discuss the idea of the “compute environment” and some related terms

Components of the Compute Environment

Related Terminology and Concepts

Virtual Environment:
An isolated space within a compute environment where certain components - e.g. software and configuration details - can be used independently without interference from system-wide components or other projects
Commonly used in software development and data analysis to avoid conflicts between different projects
Kitchen metaphor: like a separate clean workspace within your kitchen for specific tasks - e.g. clean area for chopping vegetables
Environment Variable:
Information that is used by a computer’s operating system that can influence the way that processes behave
Commonly used to store information like file paths, usernames, system settings, etc.
Kitchen metaphor: like a note on the refrigerator that states where different spices are located

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