Why Building Platforms Fail: Architects Dissect 5 Critical Reasons
Discovering the Architecture Middle Path
by Sanjiva Weerawarana and Asanka Abeysinghe
6M ago
In this episode we delve deep into the critical issues architects face when building platforms. Tackling everything from hidden opportunity costs to the illusion of completeness, we provide an architect's perspective on why platform projects often fail. Don't miss our insights on managing complexity, running a lean team, and the financial pitfalls to avoid. Tune in to uncover the nuances that could make or break your platform architecture. Topics Covered: - Time to market: the hidden opportunity costs - Best practices in a box: the illusion of completeness - Outsourcing complexity: the challen ..read more
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Unifying the Landscape with a Deep Dive into APIs, Services, and Seamless Communication
Discovering the Architecture Middle Path
by Sanjiva Weerawarana and Asanka Abeysinghe
6M ago
In this episode, we explore the complex interplay between APIs and Services, including their distinct versions and life cycles. We clarify the differences between managed or business APIs and service endpoints. The discussion also touches on domain, experience, and utility APIs, direction-based communication, gateway necessities, and the use of eBPF+MTLS as a minimal observer without a sidecar. Join us for a concise yet insightful look at these essential architectural components ..read more
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Sizing Up Services - The Pragmatism of Micro, Mini, and Monoliths
Discovering the Architecture Middle Path
by Sanjiva Weerawarana and Asanka Abeysinghe
6M ago
In this episode, hosts Sanjiva and Asanka dive into the technical intricacies of pragmatic application architecture. Join them as they explore microservices, miniservices, and monolithic architectures, examining their real-world applications and organizational impacts. Discover how these architectural patterns influence the design and structuring of business domains. Take a technical deep-dive into service sizes and gain insights to make informed architectural decisions for your projects ..read more
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Abstracting Away the Problem
Discovering the Architecture Middle Path
by Sanjiva Weerawarana and Asanka Abeysinghe
6M ago
In the first episode of the "Discovering the Architecture Middlepath" podcast, Sanjiva and Asanka explore the power of abstractions in software systems, how they simplify complex concepts, and how they change the way we build and understand technology. This episode delves into historical examples such as abstract data types, relational databases, and Kubernetes, showcasing their transformative impact on the software industry ..read more
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