# Logic Programming as a Service

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/1806.02577 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/1806.02577/

## Key facts

- Cited by 2 papers in the map (data through 14 Oct 2026).
- First posted on arXiv 7 Jun 2018.

## Built on by (most cited first, 2 of 2)

- [Parallel Logic Programming: A Sequel](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2111.11218/) (2021)
- [A Declarative Goal-oriented Framework for Smart Environments with LPaaS](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2106.13083/) (2021)

## Abstract (arXiv)

New generations of distributed systems are opening novel perspectives for logic programming (LP): on the one hand, service-oriented architectures represent nowadays the standard approach for distributed systems engineering; on the other hand, pervasive systems mandate for situated intelligence. In this paper we introduce the notion of Logic Programming as a Service (LPaaS) as a means to address the needs of pervasive intelligent systems through logic engines exploited as a distributed service. First we define the abstract architectural model by re-interpreting classical LP notions in the new context; then we elaborate on the nature of LP interpreted as a service by describing the basic LPaaS interface. Finally, we show how LPaaS works in practice by discussing its implementation in terms of distributed tuProlog engines, accounting for basic issues such as interoperability and configurability.