#architectures – Coffee Break

May 6, 2023

Rendezvous Hashing – alternative to Consistent Hashing

Rendezvous Hashing (Also known as Highest Random Weight Hashing) Python Snippet With the above explanation, it seems the use of rendezvous hashing is quite limited. Below are some real world examples: Other Hashing Algos References:

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#architectures, #hashing, #load-balancer, #systems-design
April 17, 2023

What is Consistent Hashing?

Hash Ring Concept Consistent Hash Pitfalls Data stores that uses Consistent Hashing Alternatives References:

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#architectures, #database, #hashing, #systems-design
March 7, 2023

Raft – the most popular distributed database consensus algorithm

Concepts of Raft Rules for Safety in the Raft protocol The Raft protocol guarantees the following safety against consensus malfunction by virtue of its design : Raft Alternatives Fault ScenariosQ: What happens when one of the nodes have network issues for extended amount of time? A: Assuming a majority consensus consistency is still able to commit…

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#architectures, #cockroach-db, #kafka, #raft
February 1, 2023

Do I Need Kubernetes?

Intro Costs Management Costs and Learning Curve Migration Costs Monetary Costs/Opportunities A side note, Netflix built something similar called “Titus” looking to solve similar use cases like large scale deployments and orchestration. See below Titus Architecture – look somewhat similar. Kubernetes Titus References:

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#architectures, #k8s, #kubernetes

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Rendezvous Hashing – alternative to Consistent Hashing

What is Consistent Hashing?

Raft – the most popular distributed database consensus algorithm

Do I Need Kubernetes?