Agent-Based Modeling with Nx - GPU-Accelerated Tensor Algebra for BEAM

Explore how to leverage the Nx library for agent-based modeling applications beyond traditional machine learning use cases in this 15-minute conference talk from Code BEAM Europe 2024. Discover how tensor algebra can transform agent-based modeling frameworks to run efficiently on GPU hardware, moving away from the BEAM's traditional numerical computation limitations. Learn through a detailed case study that demonstrates the redesign of an agent-based modeling framework using Nx, examining key algorithms and the paradigm shifts required to express computational problems in tensor algebra. Understand the practical approaches needed to adapt agent-based modeling concepts for GPU acceleration, with insights into how Elixir can be effectively used for numerical computations in production systems beyond machine learning applications.