No persistent dependency environment on compute nodes

[jayvenn21]

Workflow Issue: Dependencies reinstall every session on ICE cluster

Description
Each compute node session requires reinstallation of Python dependencies, slowing development.

Steps to Reproduce

1. Launch CPU/GPU compute session
2. Create venv + install packages
3. End session
4. Start new session → dependencies gone

Expected Behavior
Option to reuse cached environments.

Possible Implementations

• Store venv under $HOME/.csbridge/environments
• Auto-detect missing deps and restore
• Offer “persistent environment” config option

Impact
Significant slowdown for Python workflows.

Environment
PACE ICE Cluster