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As an engineering manager, staying informed about foundational and innovative systems in distributed computing, data storage, and processing is crucial for making informed decisions. Whether you are designing scalable systems, optimizing for performance, or ensuring fault tolerance, these technical whitepapers provide valuable insights into the design principles, challenges, and solutions behind some of the most influential systems in the tech industry. Below is a curated list of must-read papers, along with key takeaways from each. Dive into these works to gain a deeper understanding of modern engineering practices and architectures.
These whitepapers offer a treasure trove of knowledge for engineering managers, providing both theoretical and practical insights into building robust, scalable, and efficient systems. Many thanks to Stephen Holiday for providing links to these amazing resources. Whether you are exploring the nuances of distributed databases, enhancing fault tolerance, or streamlining data processing pipelines, these works will guide you toward more informed decision-making and strategic thinking.
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