Affiliation:
1. Computer Science Department Al al‐Bayt University Mafraq Jordan
2. Jadara Research Center Jadara University Irbid Jordan
3. Applied Science Research Center Applied Science Private University Amman Jordan
4. Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Information Technology Middle East University Amman Jordan
5. Department of Mathematics, Facility of Science The Hashemite University Zarqa Jordan
6. Sorbonne Center of Artificial Intelligence Sorbonne University Paris France
7. College of Engineering Al Ain University Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
8. CSMIS Department Oman College of Management and Technology Barka Oman
9. Computer Science Department, Community College King Saud University Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Abstract
AbstractTask scheduling optimization plays a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency and performance of cloud computing systems. In this article, we introduce GIJA (Geyser‐inspired Jaya Algorithm), a novel optimization approach tailored for task scheduling in cloud computing environments. GIJA integrates the principles of the Geyser‐inspired algorithm with the Jaya algorithm, augmented by a Levy Flight mechanism, to address the complexities of task scheduling optimization. The motivation for this research stems from the increasing demand for efficient resource utilization and task management in cloud computing, driven by the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and the growing reliance on cloud‐based services. Traditional task scheduling algorithms often face challenges in handling dynamic workloads, heterogeneous resources, and varying performance objectives, necessitating innovative optimization techniques. GIJA leverages the eruptive dynamics of geysers, inspired by nature's efficiency in channeling resources, to guide task scheduling decisions. By combining this Geyser‐inspired approach with the simplicity and effectiveness of the Jaya algorithm, GIJA offers a robust optimization framework capable of adapting to diverse cloud computing environments. Additionally, the integration of the Levy Flight mechanism introduces stochasticity into the optimization process, enabling the exploration of solution spaces and accelerating convergence. To evaluate the efficacy of GIJA, extensive experiments are conducted using synthetic and real‐world datasets representative of cloud computing workloads. Comparative analyses against existing task scheduling algorithms, including AOA, RSA, DMOA, PDOA, LPO, SCO, GIA, and GIAA, demonstrate the superior performance of GIJA in terms of solution quality, convergence rate, diversity, and robustness. The findings of GIJA provide a promising solution quality for addressing the complexities of task scheduling in cloud environments (95%), with implications for enhancing system performance, scalability, and resource utilization.