All articles tagged with High Availability
Sharding is the nuclear option of database scaling. Learn when to pull the trigger, how to architect key-based distribution, and why your underlying infrastructure determines success or failure.
When your primary node hits 100% CPU and vertical scaling stops working, sharding is the only path left. A battle-hardened guide to splitting your data without losing your mind, specifically tailored for Norwegian infrastructure and GDPR compliance.
Stop over-engineering your stack. We compare K8s, K3s, and Swarm with a focus on latency, storage IOPS for etcd, and Norwegian data sovereignty compliance in 2025.
Sharding isn't a silver bullet; it's a complex architectural shift. Learn when to shard, how to implement consistent hashing, and why infrastructure choice dictates data integrity in 2025.
Backups are not a strategy; they are an archive. Learn how to architect a sub-minute RTO using hot-standby replication, Terraform, and NVMe-backed instances in Oslo, ensuring compliance with Datatilsynet requirements.
Navigating the trade-offs between orchestration complexity and operational costs in Norway's regulatory landscape. We benchmark Kubernetes, Docker Swarm, and Nomad on local NVMe infrastructure.
Migrating a production database shouldn't feel like defusing a bomb. We detail a logical replication strategy using PostgreSQL 17, analyze NVMe I/O impact on catch-up phases, and discuss data sovereignty within Norwegian borders.
Migrating a production database without downtime is like replacing an engine mid-flight. Here is the battle-tested architecture using replication, HAProxy, and raw NVMe power to keep your data compliant and your latency low.
Distributed systems are just a fancy way to fail in parallel. We dissect battle-tested patterns for high-availability architectures, focusing on latency reduction, circuit breaking, and Norwegian data sovereignty.
A battle-hardened guide to migrating terabyte-scale databases without killing your SLA. Focusing on logical replication, NVMe performance, and data sovereignty requirements in Norway.
A CTO's guide to architecting a hybrid infrastructure that leverages local Norwegian VDS for performance while utilizing hyperscalers for elasticity. We dissect the cost of egress, GDPR compliance, and how to build a WireGuard mesh between providers.
Stop defaulting to K8s. We benchmark Kubernetes, Nomad, and Swarm on NVMe infrastructure to see what actually handles production loads in Norway without breaking the bank or violating GDPR.
Sharding is the nuclear option of database scaling. Learn when to pull the trigger, how to implement consistent hashing, and why infrastructure latency defines success in 2025.
A battle-hardened guide to implementing Cilium and eBPF without destroying your application performance. We strip away the marketing fluff to focus on mTLS, GDPR compliance, and why underlying hardware I/O determines your mesh's survival.
Stop letting network latency and sloppy architecture kill your distributed systems. We dive deep into Circuit Breakers, API Gateways, and why NVMe storage in Norway is critical for high-load clusters.
Downtime is a choice, not a necessity. A battle-tested guide to migrating MySQL and PostgreSQL workloads to Norwegian infrastructure using replication, not prayer.
When vertical scaling hits the hardware ceiling, sharding is the only path forward. We analyze hash vs. range strategies, implement PostgreSQL 16 partitioning, and discuss why network latency dictates your architecture's success.
Migrating live production databases without killing your SLA requires military precision. This guide covers replication strategies, GTID configurations, and how to navigate GDPR compliance when moving data into Norway.
Kubernetes isn't a silver bullet. We benchmark K8s, Nomad, and Swarm against the unique latency and compliance constraints of the Norwegian hosting market to determine the true TCO for DevOps teams.
Stop mirroring your stack 1:1 across clouds. Learn the 'Core & Burst' architecture using Terraform, WireGuard, and local Norwegian infrastructure to slash egress fees and satisfy Datatilsynet.
Cut through the hype of distributed systems. We dissect battle-tested microservices patterns—from API Gateways to Circuit Breakers—specifically optimized for Norwegian compliance and low-latency infrastructure.
A battle-hardened guide to deploying microservices that survive network partitions and high load. We analyze sidecar patterns, circuit breakers, and why infrastructure latency in Norway dictates architectural choices.
Stop paying the 'managed tax'. A battle-hardened comparison of Kubernetes, Nomad, and Swarm, tailored for Norwegian CTOs demanding low latency and GDPR compliance.
Sharding is the nuclear option of database scaling. We dissect application-level vs. middleware strategies, implementation risks, and why underlying hardware IOPS determines success or failure in 2024.
Migrating a production database without sleep loss. We detail a PostgreSQL logical replication strategy, covering NVMe I/O bottlenecks, NIX latency, and maintaining data sovereignty under Datatilsynet regulations.
Database migrations in 2024 aren't just about data integrity; they are about IOPS, latency management between Oslo and the continent, and strict GDPR compliance. Here is the battle-tested roadmap.
Breaking a monolith is easy; keeping 50 fragmented services alive is hard. We explore essential patterns like Circuit Breakers and Sagas, and why underlying hardware choice determines your distributed system's survival.
Monoliths are safe; microservices are a distributed headache waiting to happen. Learn the battle-tested patterns—from Circuit Breakers to Sagas—that keep architecture resilient, and why hardware latency is the silent killer of distributed systems in Norway.
Sharding isn't a silver bullet; it's a complex architectural shift. We analyze application-level vs. middleware sharding, local Norwegian compliance, and why vertical scaling on high-performance NVMe might save your weekend.
A pragmatic CTO's guide to building a legally compliant, high-performance hybrid cloud architecture. We bypass the marketing fluff to discuss WireGuard meshing, Schrems II compliance in Norway, and reducing latency for Nordic users.