Key Facts and Insights from the Book
- The three dimensions of scalability: Scalability doesn't only mean the ability to handle increased traffic or data volume. It also includes organizational scalability and process scalability.
- The AKF Scale Cube: A three-dimensional model that helps to conceptualize the scalability of an application. The cube's axes represent three different types of scalability: X-axis (horizontal duplication), Y-axis (functional decomposition), and Z-axis (data partitioning).
- The importance of decoupling: Decoupling, or breaking down a system into smaller, independent components, can enhance the scalability and resilience of a system.
- Processes are integral to scalability: Well-designed processes can...