This article outlines how OpenStack Tacker has contributed to O-RAN SC for realizing a reference implementation of vRAN based service systems. Why O-RAN SC? Tacker project has been implementing Generic VNF Manager (VNFM) and NFV Orchestrator (NFVO) defined in ETSI-NFV standards for managing network service components, and it’s positioned as Service Management Orchestration Framework on the architecture. The Open Radio Access Network Software Community (O-RAN SC) is a collaboration between the O-RAN ALLIANCE and Linux Foundation with the mission to support the creation of open software for the ..read more

OpenInfra’s collaboration with Outreachy offers a compelling opportunity for students to engage with open-source projects and enhance their practical skills while being guided by experienced industry experts. How likely are you to recommend someone to contribute to our projects through Outreachy?  My experience with Outreachy was positive, and I found the mentorship and project structure helpful for contributing to open source. I believe it’s a great program for those interested in getting involved in open-source. How likely are you to recommend someone participate in Outreachy as an inte ..read more

Spotlight On: OpenStack’s 29th Release is Here! Join us in celebrating OpenStack Caracal 2024.1! The 29th release developed by over 540 contributors comes at an opportune time as OpenStack demand is skyrocketing, driven by the support for AI workloads and organizations seeking an alternative to VMware. OpenStack Caracal shares several features with its namesake African wildcat: the ability to make great leaps, agility and high performance, fierce protection of its territory, and adaptability to new environments. Some key release highlights include: Support of AI & HPC Workloads Agility an ..read more

What Is OpenStack Documentation? OpenStack Documentation is a comprehensive collection of guides, notes, and manuals that provide detailed information about the OpenStack cloud computing platform and its various projects. This documentation is critical for anyone who wants to install, configure, operate, or use OpenStack—from system administrators to developers. OpenStack is an open-source platform, which means it is constantly being developed and refined by a global community of contributors. Its technical documentation is also contributed by the open source community, and so while it is exte ..read more

OpenStack Tacker is an open source project for realizing a reference implementation of ETSI-NFV-compliant Generic Virtual Network Function Manager (G-VNFM) and NFV Orchestrator (NFVO). The Tacker team has contributed to the standards by providing several proposals for feedback or improvements to the specifications from a standpoint of view of the developer’s side via cross-community discussion. ETSI-NFV SOL standards and OpenStack Tacker ETSI-NFV is a group developing requirements and architecture for virtualization functions within telecoms networks and its ISG was founded in 2012 when it bro ..read more

Cloud Computing technology has influenced significantly the educational sector with the development of several tools for educational purposes based on this emerging technology. VLAB is an educational platform, focusing on providing an enhanced educational experience for the end user, like the ability to schedule and access a virtual laboratory through an easy-to-use User Interface.  This cloud solution powered by OpenStack can create and terminate Virtual Machines (VMs) according to a time scheduling mechanism. VLAB provides tutors with an easy-to-use platform from which they can easily s ..read more

Spotlight On: 2023 OpenInfra Annual Report Last year, the emergence of AI, the pervasive misunderstanding of the risks that open source may pose to supply chain security, and complex global political dynamics have threatened the global open source ecosystem. Yet, despite these challenges, the community surrounding open infrastructure has remained persistent and even emerged stronger. So, here we stand at a pivotal moment in history, and the question arises: How can the OpenInfra Foundation make a difference? Each community member, working group, SIG, and contributor was instrumental in continu ..read more

Introduction Openstack Neutron – OpenStack Project that deals with software-defined networking services in a cloud environment. When we try to find how the networking components of OpenStack internally work, google is full of pictures all over, beautiful pictures but understanding it will be quite a challenge. So, decided to write an article on it and take it step by step to understand the networking behind the scenes and how virtual machines get connected to the outside world (internet) by creating diagrams of my own that would be easy to understand. Neutron is the most likely the toughest to ..read more

Detecting user location using cellular technology is crucial for businesses and various other use cases due to its enormous value. For businesses, knowing the location of their customers enables them to provide personalized and targeted services. By understanding the geographical distribution of their user base, businesses can tailor their marketing campaigns, offer location-specific promotions and optimize their supply chain logistics. Additionally, businesses can leverage location data to enhance customer experiences through geofencing, location-based notifications and real-time tracking. Be ..read more

As organizations move towards cloud computing platforms like OpenStack, it becomes imperative to adapt and optimize applications to harness the full potential of the cloud. Refactoring is one such method that ensures applications are cloud-ready, enabling them to leverage the cloud-native features of platforms like OpenStack. This article explains what application refactoring is, its importance in the context of OpenStack and outlines the general steps to refactoring your application for this platform. What Is Application Refactoring? Code refactoring is the process of restructuring existing s ..read more