A leading architect challenges the default distributed nature of microservices, advocating for hot-swapping over forced distribution. The discussion delves into the pitfalls of the 'distributed monolith' and introduces foundational rules for building resilient systems.
Software architecture expert Mark Richards highlights the dangers of universal microservice adoption from project inception, proposing a phased architectural approach for optimal system design. He reveals how starting with a Service-Based Architecture can mitigate complexity and cost, reserving microservices for where they truly add value.
A recent discourse highlights why understanding assembly language principles is crucial for building a robust mental model of computing. This foundational knowledge enhances decision-making and problem-solving across all levels of software development.
A recent deep dive illuminated critical system design terminologies, offering clarity on concepts from network architecture to advanced application scaling. This expert summary equips developers with a foundational understanding to tackle complex distributed systems.
Modern AI coding agents appear magical, but their power lies in a precise, three-component architecture. This breakdown clarifies the distinct roles of users, agents, and Large Language Models, revealing how complex tasks are actually accomplished.
Mark Richards explores how an Architecture Definition Language (ADL) combined with Architecture as Code principles can rigorously enforce architectural constraints. Learn how ADL transforms design principles into executable tests, ensuring architecture alignment.
A lead architect's proposal to split an 8-year-old Python monolith into 47 microservices within six months has sparked a heated debate within the developer community. This report dives into the arguments, evaluating technical feasibility, organizational scale, and the true meaning of 'insanity' in modern software architecture.
Emily Bache, on the Modern Software Engineering channel, dissects the crucial distinction between software design and architecture, framing architecture by the cost of change. She emphasizes modularity, automated testing, and refactoring as foundational skills for maintaining agile, reversible design decisions, and introduces Sam Newman as a new channel host.
Unpacking the intricate processes behind scaling software from individual projects to large enterprise solutions. This article explores team structures, code management, deployment strategies, and infrastructure considerations crucial for high-growth tech initiatives.