Fault Tolerance in Distributed Systems provides an in-depth exploration of strategies and methodologies to enhance the reliability and availability of distributed applications. Participants will engage in project-based learning, focusing on real-world scenarios that illustrate the complexities and challenges of maintaining system integrity across diverse environments. The course emphasizes hands-on projects that culminate in a final deliverable, allowing learners to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings.
Throughout the course, attendees will delve into essential topics such as redundancy, consensus algorithms, and recovery mechanisms. By the end, participants will not only grasp the fundamental principles of fault tolerance but also develop the ability to implement these strategies effectively within microservices architectures. This program is designed to foster collaboration and innovation, encouraging participants to publish their findings in Cademix Magazine, thereby contributing to the broader community of practice.
Introduction to Fault Tolerance Concepts
Overview of Distributed Systems Architecture
Redundancy Techniques: Active vs. Passive
Consensus Algorithms: Paxos and Raft
Designing for Failure: Circuit Breakers and Bulkheads
Data Replication Strategies
Implementing Checkpointing and Rollback Recovery
Monitoring and Observability in Distributed Systems
Case Studies: Real-World Fault Tolerance Implementations
Final Project: Designing a Fault-Tolerant Microservice Application