- By:
- McGaha, Jesse ; McDonnell, Marshall T; Drane, Lance T; Hitefield, Seth D; Wiggins, Gavin M; Cage, Gregory E; Smith, Robert W; Brim, Michael J; Zambito, Mark ; Archibald, Richard K; Malviya Thakur, Aditi A
- Page Number:
- 49
- Book Title:
- USRSE23 Conference Proceedings
- Publication Date:
- March 12, 2026
- Conference Name:
- US Research Software Engineers Association Conference, US-RSE 23
- Conference Location:
- Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
- Conference Sponsor:
- US-RSE
Abstract
The INTERSECT Software framework project aims to create an open federated library that connects, coordinates, and controls systems in the scientific domain. It features the Adapter, a flexible and extensible interface inspired by the Adapter design pattern in object-oriented programming. By utilizing Adapters, the INTERSECT SDK enables effective communication and coordination within a diverse ecosystem of systems. This adaptability facilitates the execution of complex operations within the framework, promoting collaboration and efficient workflow management in scientific research. Additionally, the generalizability of Adapters and their patterns enhances their utility in other scientific software projects and challenges.
