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Rastion Platform

Rastion democratizes optimization by providing a collaborative platform where developers can share, test, and deploy optimization algorithms. Our vision is to transform optimization from complex, expert-only tools into accessible, no-code/low-code solutions powered by the modular Qubots framework.

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Platform Overview

Rastion bridges the gap between optimization research and practical application, making advanced algorithms accessible to everyone through an intuitive web interface.

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Key Features

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🎮 Interactive Playground

The playground provides a powerful environment for testing optimization algorithms:

• Real-time Execution: Run optimizations directly in your browser
• Parameter Tuning: Adjust algorithm parameters with intuitive controls
• Visual Results: See optimization progress and results with interactive charts
• Comparison Tools: Compare multiple algorithms side-by-side

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📁 Repository Management

Manage your optimization components with a familiar interface:

• File Browser: Navigate through repository contents with a GitHub-like interface
• Version Control: Track changes and manage different versions of your algorithms
• Upload Interface: Easy drag-and-drop upload for new repositories
• Collaboration: Share repositories and collaborate with team members

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🏆 Leaderboard System

Compete and track performance across standardized benchmarks:

• Standardized Problems: Compete on well-defined optimization problems
• Performance Tracking: Monitor your algorithms’ performance over time
• Fair Comparison: Standardized evaluation criteria ensure fair competition
• Community Rankings: See how your algorithms compare to others

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📊 Advanced Analytics

Get insights into optimization performance:

• Performance Metrics: Detailed analysis of algorithm performance
• Trend Analysis: Track improvements over time
• Benchmark Reports: Comprehensive reports on algorithm capabilities
• Statistical Analysis: Statistical significance testing and confidence intervals

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Getting Started

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1. Login with GitHub

Visit rastion.com and sign in with your GitHub account:

1. Click “Login with GitHub”
2. Authorize Rastion to access your GitHub profile
3. Get your Rastion API token from Settings
4. Start building with optimization tools

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2. Explore the Playground

Try the playground with community algorithms:

1. Navigate to the Playground
2. Select a problem (e.g., “Maximum Cut Problem”)
3. Choose an optimizer (e.g., “OR-Tools MaxCut Solver”)
4. Adjust parameters and run the optimization
5. Analyze the results

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3. Upload Your First Repository

Share your own optimization algorithm:

1. Prepare your repository following the Qubots structure
2. Upload using Python SDK or web interface
3. Test it in the playground
4. Submit to relevant leaderboards

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Platform Components

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Playground Interface

The playground is the heart of the Rastion platform:

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Problem Selection    │ Optimizer Selection              │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ Parameter Configuration                                 │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ Execution Controls   │ Real-time Progress              │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ Results Visualization and Analysis                      │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

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Repository Browser

Navigate and manage your optimization components:

• Hierarchical Navigation: Browse folders and files with breadcrumbs
• File Viewer: View code, configurations, and documentation
• Search Functionality: Find specific files or content
• Download Options: Download individual files or entire repositories

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Leaderboard Dashboard

Track performance and compete with the community:

• Problem Categories: Browse problems by domain (TSP, MaxCut, VRP, etc.)
• Ranking Tables: See current rankings and performance metrics
• Submission History: Track your submissions and improvements
• Performance Charts: Visualize algorithm performance over time

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Notification System

Stay updated on platform activity:

• Submission Status: Get notified about leaderboard submission results
• Platform Updates: Receive updates about new features and improvements
• Community Activity: Stay informed about community discussions and events

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Use Cases

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Research and Development

• Algorithm Development: Develop and test new optimization algorithms
• Performance Analysis: Analyze algorithm performance across different problems
• Collaboration: Work with research teams on optimization projects
• Publication Support: Generate reproducible results for academic papers

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Education and Learning

• Teaching Tool: Use the platform to teach optimization concepts
• Student Projects: Assign optimization challenges to students
• Learning Resource: Explore existing algorithms and learn from the community
• Skill Development: Practice optimization skills with real problems

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Industry Applications

• Algorithm Selection: Find the best algorithms for specific problems
• Performance Benchmarking: Evaluate algorithms for production use
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate on optimization projects within organizations
• Solution Validation: Validate optimization solutions before deployment

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Integration with Qubots

Rastion seamlessly integrates with the Qubots framework:

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Local Development

import qubots.rastion as rastion

# Authenticate with the platform
rastion.authenticate("your_access_token")

# Load models from the platform
problem = rastion.load_qubots_model("maxcut_problem", username="community")
optimizer = rastion.load_qubots_model("ortools_optimizer", username="community")

# Run locally
result = optimizer.optimize(problem)

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Cloud Execution

from qubots import execute_playground_optimization

# Execute optimization in the cloud
result = execute_playground_optimization(
    problem_name="maxcut_problem",
    problem_username="community",
    optimizer_name="ortools_optimizer",
    optimizer_username="community",
    problem_params={"n_vertices": 20},
    optimizer_params={"time_limit": 60}
)

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Community Features

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Daily Papers

Stay updated with the latest optimization research:

• Automated Curation: Daily updates from arXiv optimization papers
• Category Filtering: Filter by optimization domains (math.OC, cs.DS, cs.AI)
• Research Trends: Track trending topics in optimization research
• Discussion Forums: Discuss papers with the community

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Collaboration Tools

Work together on optimization challenges:

• Team Repositories: Collaborate on private repositories
• Discussion Forums: Discuss algorithms and approaches
• Code Reviews: Review and improve optimization algorithms
• Knowledge Sharing: Share insights and best practices

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Security and Privacy

Rastion takes security and privacy seriously:

• Secure Authentication: Multi-factor authentication and secure token management
• Private Repositories: Keep proprietary algorithms private
• Data Protection: Comprehensive data protection and privacy policies
• Access Controls: Fine-grained access controls for repositories and data

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Next Steps

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Support and Resources

• Documentation: Comprehensive guides and tutorials
• Community Forum: Get help from the community
• Support Team: Direct support for technical issues
• Video Tutorials: Step-by-step video guides
• API Documentation: Complete API reference for developers