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Cache Strategies in Distributed Systems

Mar 18 · 7 min read · Introduction In large-scale distributed systems, performance is not an option, but a necessity. Imagine if platforms like YouTube or Twitter slowed down or went completely offline for a few hours. In

The Thundering Herd Problem in System Design

Mar 17 · 7 min read · Introduction Imagine you're standing outside an Apple Store, waiting for the new iPhone to launch. Obviously, you're not alone. You're just one among a big crowd waiting for that door to open. As soon

Operators: Welcome to the JavaScript Cafe

Mar 7 · 12 min read · Introduction Imagine walking into a cafe called the "JavaScript Cafe". Just like any other typical cafe, this one too has several ingredients, chefs who decide what to do with these ingredients as per

Promise Utility & Concurrency Methods: A Goa Trip Story

Mar 1 · 7 min read · Introduction: A Trip to Goa Imagine you're at that classic point in your life, where you try to plan a trip to Goa with your friends. We all know the ultimate output of such plans, don't we? 👀 Howeve

Inside the Browser: From URL to Pixels

Jan 30 · 4 min read · Introduction What happens after you type a URL and press Enter? It feels instant, almost magical. One moment you see a blank tab, the next you’re looking at a fully styled webpage with text, images, buttons, and animations. Behind the scenes, your br...