SWP: Scenario Management in the Future Security Lab
Larissa Groth
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The BeLIFE project, part of the working group Telematics & Computer Systems, focuses on improving knowledge transfer and communication in civil security research. A central component of the project is the Future Security Lab, located at the Einstein Center Digital Future (ECDF) in Mitte. The lab welcomes politicians from federal and state levels, as well as representatives from authorities and organizations with security responsibilities.
Within the software project, students develop concepts to optimize and creatively enhance the existing technical infrastructure of the space. The goal is to increase the usability of the space for scientists and improve the user experience for visitors. To achieve this, the software project consists of several sub-areas, either arising from a specific problem to be solved or requiring creative approaches and ingenuity. Tasks include system administration, interface development, as well as light/sound installation and orchestration. Examples of challenges include the parallel startup of all computers in a network via WakeOn LAN from a web app or optimizing the existing web app for scenario presentation.
The tasks are exclusively addressed in small groups (3-5 students). Collaboration and code availability are facilitated through the department's own GitLab or a public GitHub. Results should be well-documented, for example, through README files in Git and a well-structured wiki. Modularity and expandability of the developed code, along with thorough documentation, are crucial for the success of this software project!
Regarding the process, this software project takes place throughout the semester. There are a few mandatory large group meetings with all participants. In addition, there are short weekly meetings where at least one group member reports on the current status. The first meeting (April 16, 2024) will be held in Berlin Mitte at the Future Security Lab, Wilhelmstr. 67, 10117 Berlin. During this session, already implemented solutions will be presented, and issues will be discussed. There are a total of three presentation dates: the presentation of an initial approach to problem-solving (May 7, 2024), a brief interim presentation (June 4, 2024), and the final presentation (July 16, 2024).
Students also regularly have the opportunity to work in the Future Security Lab premises, familiarize themselves with the equipment, and conduct tests.
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Regular appointments