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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN-13:9781491983647
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+ (Software Developers, Architects, Engineers)
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Author: Brendan Burns
Release Date: April 3, 2018
Genre: Computer Science
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Build Scalable, Reliable Distributed Systems with Expert-Proven Patterns and Real-World Solutions
About the Book
Designing Distributed Systems delivers a comprehensive framework for building scalable, reliable services using proven patterns and paradigms. Brendan Burns, co-founder of Kubernetes and principal engineer at Microsoft, distills years of real-world experience into practical design patterns that solve common distributed systems challenges. This book bridges the gap between theory and practice, showing you how to architect systems that handle millions of requests while maintaining reliability and performance. From single-node patterns to complex distributed coordination, you’ll learn the building blocks that power modern cloud infrastructure.
From the Back Cover
“The patterns in this book represent the distilled experience of building and running large-scale distributed systems. They are your toolkit for creating services that scale effortlessly and run reliably in production.”
About the Author
Brendan Burns is a distinguished engineer at Microsoft and co-founder of the Kubernetes project, which revolutionized container orchestration worldwide. With extensive experience building distributed systems at Google and Microsoft, Burns has been at the forefront of cloud-native architecture for over a decade. His expertise in scalable infrastructure design has influenced how millions of developers build and deploy applications. Burns combines deep technical knowledge with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly, making sophisticated architecture accessible to practitioners at all levels.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is essential reading for software engineers, system architects, DevOps professionals, and technical leads building modern distributed applications. If you’re working with microservices, containers, or cloud infrastructure, these patterns will accelerate your development and improve system reliability. Whether you’re designing your first distributed system or refining architecture at scale, you’ll find actionable insights that translate directly to production environments. Both intermediate developers looking to level up their system design skills and experienced architects seeking proven patterns will benefit from Burns’ practical approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in distributed systems?
This book works best for developers with basic programming knowledge and some exposure to system architecture. While Burns explains concepts clearly, having experience with web services or backend development helps you apply the patterns effectively. The practical examples make advanced topics accessible even if you’re new to distributed computing.
Q: Does this book cover Kubernetes specifically or general distributed patterns?
The patterns apply universally across distributed systems, not just Kubernetes environments. While Burns uses container orchestration examples, the architectural concepts work with any platform. You’ll learn fundamental design patterns that remain relevant regardless of your specific technology stack or cloud provider.
Q: What programming languages does the book use for examples?
The book focuses on architectural patterns rather than language-specific code, making the concepts applicable regardless of your preferred language. Examples emphasize container configurations and system diagrams that translate to any implementation. This language-agnostic approach ensures the patterns stay relevant as technology evolves.
Q: How does this book differ from other system design resources?
Unlike theoretical computer science texts, this book provides immediately actionable patterns drawn from production systems at scale. Burns offers specific implementation guidance with containers and orchestration rather than abstract principles. The pattern-based approach gives you reusable solutions instead of making you reinvent architecture for every project.
Q: Will this book help me prepare for system design interviews?
Absolutely. The patterns and architectural thinking presented here form the foundation of system design interview questions at top tech companies. Understanding these building blocks helps you articulate scalable solutions and demonstrate expertise in distributed architecture. The practical focus teaches you not just what works, but why certain designs succeed at scale.
| Weight | 850 g |
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| Dimensions | 23.5 × 1.5 × 19.1 cm |
Learn reusable design patterns for single-node systems, distributed coordination, and batch processing that solve real production challenges. Discover how to implement sidecars, ambassadors, adapters, and other patterns using containers and orchestration platforms. Master techniques for building resilient services that scale horizontally, recover from failures automatically, and maintain consistency across distributed components. Gain confidence architecting systems with patterns validated by companies running applications at massive scale.
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