I’m a big fan of event-driven architecture. I think it’s a great way to build scalable and resilient systems. I thought I would share some of my thoughts in this QnA format Why use event-driven design? Event-driven design should be considered for many system designs due to its ability to address common challenges in modern software architecture: Scalability: Events can be queued and processed asynchronously, allowing for better handling of high loads. Availability: Systems can continue to accept events even if downstream processors are temporarily unavailable. Evolvability: The decoupled nature of event-driven systems makes it easier to modify or replace individual components. Resilience: Queuing mechanisms provide a buffer against failures and allow for easier recovery. However, it’s important to weigh these benefits against potential drawbacks like increased complexity and the learning curve for developers. ...

What does having a growth mindset mean to me? Let me share an experience from my younger days that shaped my understanding of resilience and personal growth. The Challenge: Society of Actuaries Exam I was preparing for my Society of Actuaries P1 exam. The preparation materials were expensive - these books cost north of a hundred dollars at that time. I had gone through the book thoroughly and felt I had a solid conceptual understanding. ...