Coda File System Documentation
Warning
Some information in the documentation presented here is outdated. We try to leave notes like this one in places where we are aware the information is somewhat, or severely, outdated.
Primary Resources for Getting Started
- Coda File System User and System Administrator Manual: This will be your go-to guide for getting up and running with the Coda File System. It provides a comprehensive overview of the system, its features, and how to use and manage it.
- Manual Pages: These pages document Coda's commands and file formats in detail. They can be accessed via the left navigation menu for quick reference.
Additional Documentation and Resources
- CodaFS Python module: This collection of Python wrappers and scripts can be helpful for users and administrators looking to interact with Coda using Python.
- Scientific papers from the Coda project : For a deep dive in the original design, implementation, and studies of the Coda project, refer to these scientific papers.
- LWP Manual: LWP (Lightweight Process) is a library used in Coda. Its documentation provides detailed information about its functionality and usage.
- RPC2 Manual: RPC2 is the remote procedure call library used in Coda. Its documentation offers insights into its implementation and how to use it effectively.
Info
The left navigation menu contains various links to older documents under
the Legacy Documentation
entry. While their information has not been
integrated into the main manual, these documents may still contain relevant
and valuable information about the Coda File System.
Presentations and Slides
- System Administration Slides: These slides provide an overview of Coda's system administration aspects.
- RPC2 Internals (in progress): This presentation gives insights into the internal working of the RPC2 library.
- RDS Internals: RDS (Recoverable Data Segment) is a key component of Coda. These slides explain its internals and how it functions.
- Server Internals: For a detailed understanding of how Coda servers work, refer to these slides.
- New Directory System Summary: This presentation summarizes the new directory system implemented in Coda.