Project 70. WoCo8, The Architecture of Scientific Software

Oxford 1996:
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Two possible conference topics were proposed: (1) Architecture for
Numerical Software (Gentleman), (2) Parallel Computing and Programming
(Walter). After some discussion it was agreed that Gentleman would
prepare a first draft rationale for his topic within the week.  The
following indicated interest in being on the program committee: Ford,
Grosse, Hanson.  Rice, Smith, and Vouk. The probable location will be
Ottawa in mid-September, 1999.  Support was expressed for having
Co-Chairs for the conference. Gentleman will develop rationale for
WoCo8.

Ottawa 2000:
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The WG expressed its gratitude to NRC for their strong support of this
conference and also to IBM, INTEL and HP for their special
contributions.

Amsterdam 2001:
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Final Report of Wo Co 8
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This report was presented by Boisvert in Gentleman's absence. With the
generous help of NRC this meeting ended up debt free. Fifty copies of
the proceedings have already been distributed to the participants.
Boisvert will contact Gentleman and thank him and NRC for their
efforts and strong support