Automated Reasoning

Abstract

Certified computer systems are becoming the key in the increasingly complex decision making activities of our modern society. Among others, error-free and secure solutions are indispensable within AI, Autonomous Systems, Big Data, Blockchain, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), or Cloud Computing. While the explosion in applications of computer systems leads to great increases in productivity, wealth, and convenience, it creates a paradoxical situation: we rely on computer systems despite that uncountable many scenarios showcase that computer systems are not (properly) certified and hence are error-prone. The area of automated reasoning provides computer-aided solutions to prove that computer systems are error-free, just like we prove theorems in mathematics. However, who can tell software developers which automated reasoning solutions should be used? Moreover, which reasoning method is best to be used during code review, for ensuring system safety and security? This talk will reflect on some challenges of automated reasoning and focus on concrete applications of system verification security. We will highlight aspects of open-source code development, allowing others to easily use our solutions in their technologies without the need of becoming experts in automated reasoning.