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JSON Well Log Format
Most well log and drilling data in the oil and gas industry is trapped within tapes and disk files of ancient and hard to access data formats like DLIS, LAS, LIS, BIT, XTF, WITS, ASC and SPWLA.
These formats represents orphaned technologies and are outdated in all possible ways. Their syntax is overly complex, convoluted and awkward, available support software is limited, software tools are rare and documentation is poor or non-existent.
But still: These are the main storage and communication media for well logging information in the 2020s. The amount of data is immense and growing, as is the aggregate cost of maintaining and utilizing this information.
GeoSoft has created the JSON Well Log Format for future requirements of simplicity, compatibility, speed, massive storage, massive transmission, cloud computing and big data analytics. It overcome all of the deficiencies of existing well log formats.
OSDU - Practical Well Log Standard (PWLS)
The Practical Well Log Standard (PWLS) is one of the more promising standards to emerge from OSDU/Energistics. It contains complete lists of well tools, curves, properties, companies, logging methods etc. used in O&G exploration.
Its static nature however makes it rather impractical in use, and to mitigate this GeoSoft has devised a dynamic, version controlled (Git), cloud-based (AWS), REST API (JSON) for this standard.
The GeoSoft initiative is a Proof of Concept of how the PWLS process should be set up and maintained. We welcome collaboration from the industry in order to make it production ready.
OSDU - Unit of Measurements Standard (UoM)
The OSDU Units of Measurements (UoM) is an impressive standard, covering nearly 200 different quantities (length, pressure, temperature, resistivity, etc.) and over 2000 units (m, ft, bar, Pa, etc.), complete with conversion factors. This is a great foundation for any scientific software.
However, the standard has several deficiencies:
- It is not publicly available as it is limited to OSDU members only
- The definitions are convoluted, making it awkward for practical use
- It lacks a simple reference implementation
- Display units are not supported
The GeoSoft UoM open source project addresses all these issues. It includes a single, streamlined JSON file capturing the entire standard, and which can be easily applied to any programming environment in just a few lines of code. Best of all, this JSON file includes proper display units, allowing the use of symbols like °C, µΩ, or m³ instead of the common but less readable degC, uohm, or m3 etc.
GeoSoft provides open source reference implementations in Java, C# and Python, as well as a PoC REST API for querying this information.
Sodir I/O - Fact Pages Library and REST API
The Norwegian Offshore Directorate (Sodir) Fact Pages is an invaluable source of information for the activities in the North Sea. It contains real-time metadata and production data for 8000 wells, 4500 surveys, 1000 facilities, 800 companies and much more.
Inspecting the information through a web browser is useful, but to really get advantage of this information computerized access is essential.
The GeoSoft Sodir I/O open source library is created for providing programmatic access to the Sodir Fact Pages. The library is also exposed through a public REST API PoC to make the information easily accessible in all possible programming environments.
LogViewer.js
LogViewer.js is a modern fully object oriented EC6 module written in pure vanilla JavaScript without any HTML or CSS. It uses no framework technologies and has no external dependencies. The entire module is a single file of less than 80kb! LogViewer.js is easily embeddable in any HTML5-based E&P application.
LogViewer.js capabilities includes:
- Reusable templates
Track setup based on curve classification, curve names and and units that can be stored and reused for different data sets - Single- and multidimensional curves
Stacked single curves and powerful image log support - Powerful styling capabilities
Colors, lines styles, lithology fills, gradients, transparency, text, symbols, linear/logarithmic scales and much more - Fully interactive
A set of default interactions and a generic API to define custom ones
Log format converter
GeoSoft has created and maintains a web API for converting well log files into the readable and easily accessible JSON Well Log Format. The converter accepts common log file formats as input.
Projects
GeoSoft actively participates in client projects while also conducting independent research initiatives to explore new technologies and enhance established industry practices and procedures as shown below.By developing prototype software, we empower clients to visualize potential solutions, generate new ideas, and accelerate product development. This hands-on approach not only inspires innovation but also streamlines the development process, enabling us to deliver cost-effective and tailored solutions that meet our clients' unique requirements.
WITSML
GeoSoft has worked with real-time solutions and WITSML technology since its start in 2005 and we possess deep knowledge and experience on all aspects of real-time services, both on server side, client side and in terms of working with the standards in both Energistics and OSDU.
Log IQ™
Log IQ™ ("Logic" ) is a centralized well log server running in cloud and delivering real-time data with high frequency.
Log IQ™ is based on the GeoSoft JSON Well Log Format and has the potential to replace convoluted technologies like WITSML and ETP. Log IQ™ uses bidirectional web socket technology to achieve maximum throughput and minimum latency. All communication is done over standard internet protocols using established encryption standards.
Log file I/O
GeoSoft has long experience with developing access logic for industry well log formats. We possess deep knowledge on popular formats like DLIS, LIS and LAS as well as the more esoteric BIT, SPWLA, XTF and various custom versions of CSV and TXT. GeoSoft has developed generic log file parsers for various programming platforms, and we have created high performance parsers for specific purposes and needs.
WITS
WITS is a legacy transmission format that is still used on rigs for low-level communication of log data. GeoSoft doesn't do WITS because it is trendy (it is not), but because it is actually used and the industry deserves simple, modern, reliable, secure products with clean and robust APIs to handle this technology.
Innovation Friday
At GeoSoft, Fridays are dedicated to creativity and exploration. The team members are encouraged to pursue personal projects that ignite their passion, from developing innovative software tools to experimenting with new technologies or procedures. The initiative, known as Innovation Friday fosters collaboration and sparks fresh ideas, resulting in valuable prototypes and insights that enhance our products, processes and team spirit.
Snake
A very simple snake game to explore basic JavaScript graphics and event handling.
Kock Snowflake
A geometry paradox to explore JavaScript graphics and UI capabilities.
Nimatron
A simple game of strategy to explore the separation of back-end and front-end logic within web browser programs.
Game of Life
A tribute to John Conway who died from Covid-19 in 2020. The program explores event timing and different graphics techniques of JavaScript.
Wordle
The popular game of Wordle, in Norwegian. Exploring different aspects of the JavaScript language and keeping a word database on the client side.
Simon
The famous game of Simon. Explores various user interaction techniques and other aspects of JavaScript.
Java Programming Style Guide
One of the most widely referenced style guides on the Java programming language originates from a GeoSoft Innovation Friday project. This guideline reflects GeoSoft's commitment to code craftsmanship; Always producing clean, readable, maintainable and robust code.
Unit testing guidelines
One of the most widely referenced guidelines for software development unit testing originates from a GeoSoft Innovation Friday project. The guidelines exemplify GeoSoft's commitment to code quality and best practices within software development.
Software Development Philosophy
GeoSoft has a profound philosophy and well-considered approach towards software development and technology:
- Minimize tool usage to stay agile and adaptable
- Choose tools that are versatile and well-supported
- Maintain consistency across the tech stack
- Avoid frameworks where possible in order to reduce dependencies
- Prioritize simple, proven methodologies
- Emphasize flexibility and long-term sustainability over short-term trends
Tech stack
- tcsh
- Git
- Emacs
- GNU Make
- JDK + JUnit
- .NET/C# + NUnit
- C/C++
- Plain Vanilla JavaScript
Methodologies
- Object oriented programming (OOP)
- Trunk based development (TBD)
- Continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD)
- Scrum
- The SOLID principles
- YAGNI
- Clean code
- Configuration as Code (CaC)
Team
Skilled economist, specializing in economic analysis, financial strategy, and business development. Has a strong foundation in both economics and business management and combines analytical rigor with practical business insight to advise organizations on market trends, investment strategies, and growth opportunities.
Background in various sectors and provides strategic guidance on topics such as financial planning, risk management and corporate strategy.
Holds a degree in Economics and Master of Business Administration from University of Edinburgh.
Specialties: Economics, Finance, Management, Procurement, Authority reporting, Process Improvement, Strategy and Planning.
Software developer within the energy business for more than 25 years.
Involved in software architecture and development for some of the largest, most complex and most processing demanding systems in the industry.
Created the original software portfolio of Petroware including the commercial successes Log Studio, Log I/O and JWitsml.
Inventor of the open JSON Well Log Format being the industry replacement of legacy petrophysics and well logging storage formats like DLIS, LIS and LAS.
Specialties: Simplicity, Real-time processing, Large scale architecture, Cloud computing, Project planning & management, Risk analysis, API design, Clean code, Usability & GUI design, UX, Threading & concurrency, 2D and 3D graphics, Mathematical modelling
A passionate geoscientist specializing in geological data analysis and interpretation. With a solid academic foundation in geology from University of Trondheim and University of Bergen, and with an extensive research background from Svalbard she brings a fresh perspective to the field, supported by comprehensive knowledge in petrophysics, stratigraphy, and structural geology.
Her role as a Geoscience Advisor involves assisting the team in making data-driven decisions, contributing to the development of geologically sound projects, and employing the latest software tools for mapping and subsurface analysis.
Specialties: Geoscience Software, Data analysis, Seismic Interpretation, Structural Geology, Sedimentology
About
The GeoSoft history
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1998-2015
Early years
GeoSoft was founded in 1998 as a pure consultancy company within geotechnical software development. Over the years we have gained invaluable experience and competence through participation in some of the largest software development projects in the O&G industry.
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2015-2022
Building software portfolio
Following the energy sector downturn in 2015, GeoSoft expanded its focus from pure consultancy to developing its own software portfolio within the geotechnical domain. This includes open source and proprietary software components and products within data management, real-time, I/O, mathematics, physics, web services, cloud computing, data analytics and user experience.
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2021
JSON Well Log Format
Leveraging GeoSoft's deep expertise in legacy well log file formats and responding to the industry's growing need for a format optimized for digitalization, we introduced the JSON Well Log Format in 2021. Since its launch, much of our focus has centred around expanding and enhancing solutions related to this initiative.
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2023-
Innovation and growth
In 2023 GeoSoft was converted into a limited liability company to better manage its software portfolio and intellectual property. Our main business is still consultancy within the geotechnical domain with focus on the GeoSoft core technologies listed above.
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