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Uber Case Study - Using Node.jsI was looking around for case studies about companies using Node and ran across this one. Uber's architecture involves Node. This discussio… Started by Michael Levin |
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Know Node?If you're interested in Node.js, this is a great starting point. Ryan Dahl is the author. This is a video of his intro presentation. http:/… Started by Michael Levin |
0 | Feb 18, 2017 |
Welcome to JavaScript Village!You're going to love it here! Like minded people and a mind boggling assortment of architectures to choose from and learn to master. Someon… Started by Michael Levin |
0 | Feb 18, 2016 |
Happy 10th year, JCertif!
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By Andrew HoblitzellPresentation: The Architecture of Developer Experience: Where Product, Platform, and Operations Meet
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By Steef-Jan WiggersDeveloping and Deploying Software in a Sustainable Way
Sustainable APIs benefit most from minimalism, Jochen Joswig said at OOP Conference . Deployment should consider energy, usage, carbon intensity, hardware acquisition. Remote work, long device lifespans, and green office practices can lower emissions. Efficient CI, selective builds, smaller artefacts, and optimized assets can further reduce energy use.
By Ben LindersEnhancing Reliability Using Service-Level Prioritized Load Shedding: Netflix at QCon SF 2025
At QCon San Francisco, Netflix engineers unveiled their advanced Service-Level-Prioritized Load-Shedding strategy, enhancing reliability during traffic spikes. By prioritizing high-value requests and automating management across microservices, they safeguard user experience and system stability. Key insights stress prioritization, automation, and structured load shedding for optimal resilience.
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