Open-Source Development Experiences in Scientific Software: The HANDE Quantum Monte Carlo Project

The HANDE quantum Monte Carlo project offers accessible stochastic algorithms for general use for scientists in the field of quantum chemistry. HANDE is an ambitious and general high-performance code developed by a geographically-dispersed team with a variety of backgrounds in computational science....

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Published in:Journal of open research software 2015-11, Vol.3 (1), p.9-e9
Main Authors: Spencer, J. S, Blunt, N. S, Vigor, W. A, Malone, Fionn D, Foulkes, W. M. C, Shepherd, James J, Thom, A. J. W
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Monte Carlo methods
Open source software
Quantum chemistry
Scientific software
software development
student training
Technology application
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Summary:The HANDE quantum Monte Carlo project offers accessible stochastic algorithms for general use for scientists in the field of quantum chemistry. HANDE is an ambitious and general high-performance code developed by a geographically-dispersed team with a variety of backgrounds in computational science. In the course of preparing a public, open-source release, we have taken this opportunity to step back and look at what we have done and what we hope to do in the future. We pay particular attention to development processes, the approach taken to train students joining the project, and how a flat hierarchical structure aids communication. Keywords: software development, student training
ISSN:2049-9647
2049-9647
DOI:10.5334/jors.bw