SmartFrog is an open-source framework designed for configuring and deploying distributed software systems. It allows developers to manage the lifecycle of applications through automation and provides a robust way to define how software components interrelate, configure, and execute within a network. The framework focuses on simplifying complex deployment processes, making it easier to achieve scalability and maintainability in distributed computing environments. By offering a comprehensive set of tools, SmartFrog aims to enhance the deployment efficiency of both small-scale and large-scale applications.