processk
Processk is a theoretical framework for modeling and orchestrating complex workflows in distributed systems and industrial automation. It treats workflows as assemblies of modular units called processks, each encapsulating a task with a defined interface and lifecycle.
The framework centers on a lightweight kernel that coordinates resource allocation, synchronization, error handling, and checkpointing.
A processk comprises a lifecycle from initialization through activation, execution, and termination. Each instance maintains its
Applications include distributed computing, manufacturing automation, data processing pipelines, and simulation models. Processk emphasizes modularity, observability,
Compared with traditional workflow engines and finite-state machines, processk prioritizes a central coordinating kernel and decoupled
Critics point to a lack of standardized interfaces and mature tooling, which can hinder adoption. Supporters
Example: a processk orchestrates three subprocessks A, B, and C. The kernel schedules A first, triggers B
See also: workflow, orchestration, state machine, process management.