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Beyond the Code: Why Great Software Engineers Embrace Maintenance

Oct 28, 2024

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7 min read

Beyond the Code: Why Great Software Engineers Embrace Maintenance

In this article, I’ll walk you through why code maintenance is essential for software engineers, how it impacts the longevity of software, and the skills it cultivates. We'll explore what makes maintenance rewarding, why ownership matters, and how DevOps practices elevate code quality. By the end, you'll see how embracing maintenance can turn you into a more valuable, resilient, and respected engineer.

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Understanding Database Caching

Oct 12, 2024

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10 min read

Understanding Database Caching

In this article, I will break down the concept of database caching, how it works, and explore the various types and caching strategies that can enhance performance. You’ll also discover the challenges associated with caching, such as data freshness and cache invalidation, and learn best practices for effectively implementing caching to boost the speed and efficiency of your applications.

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Understanding Caching: Key Strategies for Optimizing Application Performance

Oct 5, 2024

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8 min read

Understanding Caching: Key Strategies for Optimizing Application Performance

In this article, I will explain what caching is, how it works, the different types and strategies, and the benefits it offers. You'll also learn about common challenges when implementing caching and how to use it to improve application performance.

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Grasping the Concept of Database Sharding

Sep 28, 2024

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8 min read

Grasping the Concept of Database Sharding

In this article, I will cover what Database Sharding is, its functionality, various sharding architectures, the advantages it offers, and possible alternatives.

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
System Design 101: Building Applications That Scale

Sep 21, 2024

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4 min read

System Design 101: Building Applications That Scale

This article discusses how to build apps that can handle massive amounts of users and data. We'll explore common scaling challenges and present practical solutions like database partitioning and caching. Using real-world examples from e-commerce, we'll demonstrate how these techniques ensure smooth performance even under heavy load.

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Scaling Applications and Databases: Understanding How to Handle Massive Amounts of Data

Sep 14, 2024

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11 min read

Scaling Applications and Databases: Understanding How to Handle Massive Amounts of Data

In this article, we're going to dive deep into the world of scaling applications and databases. We'll explore the challenges, strategies, and real-world scenarios that illustrate how businesses can build systems capable of handling massive amounts of data.

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Understanding Database Replication: A Business Perspective

Sep 7, 2024

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6 min read

Understanding Database Replication: A Business Perspective

In this In this series, I'll walk you through what Database Replication is, how it functions, as well as the different types, benefits, and drawbacks of using database replication

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Understanding Docker: What It Is and How It Works

Sep 1, 2024

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7 min read

Understanding Docker: What It Is and How It Works

This article will break down Docker, explaining what it is, how it works, and why it's so impactful in the world of software development.

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Recognizing the Importance of Databases in Backend and DevOps Engineering

Aug 24, 2024

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6 min read

Recognizing the Importance of Databases in Backend and DevOps Engineering

In this article, I will explore the critical role of databases in backend and DevOps engineering, explaining how they work, why they matter.

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Understanding NGiNX: The Essential Tool for Modern Backend Development

Aug 3, 2024

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6 min read

Understanding NGiNX: The Essential Tool for Modern Backend Development

In this article, I will explain what NGiNX is, how it works, and why it’s so important for building and scaling backend systems using simple terms and a real-life analogy.

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Simplifying Operating System for Backend DevOps Engineers

Jul 27, 2024

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6 min read

Simplifying Operating System for Backend DevOps Engineers

In this article, I covered the most important concepts to learn in operating systems as a Backend DevOps Engineer

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
Web Servers for Backend and DevOps Engineering

Jul 20, 2024

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7 min read

Web Servers for Backend and DevOps Engineering

Understanding the Role and Functionality of Web Servers in Modern Development Practices

Akum Blaise Acha
Akum Blaise Acha
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