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HTTP/2 Standard Approval: The End of Domain Sharding and Sprite Optimization
Exploring the formal approval of HTTP/2 in January 2015. We detail the mechanics of multiplexed TCP streams and the death of legacy front-end hacks.
Immutable Infrastructure: Creating Machine Images with Packer and Terraform
Exploring the rise of Terraform in late 2014, detailing immutable infrastructure patterns and machine builds with Packer.
Hadoop 2.0 YARN: Splitting Resource Management from MapReduce Computation
An architectural review of YARN in Hadoop 2.0, detailing how splitting resource allocation from execution enables multi-tenant clusters.
IPv6 World Launch: Preparing Enterprise Infrastructure for the Switch
Analyzing the transition to IPv6 in early 2012. We look at dual-stack network configurations, DNS AAAA records, and network deployments.
The Shift to Cloud Infrastructure: How AWS EC2 and S3 Are Redefining Hosting Costs
Exploring the migration from on-premise data centers to cloud virtual infrastructure in mid-2010, with a focus on AWS compute, storage, and utility billing.
The Rise of DevOps: Bridging the Divide Between Software Engineering and Operations
Understanding the origins of DevOps in 2010. We look at breaking down organizational silos, continuous integration pipelines, and toolsets like Puppet and Chef.
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