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Deepthi Sigireddi on Distributed Database Architecture in the Cloud Native Era

The InfoQ Podcast

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Handling Data Sharding, Replication, and High Availability in Distributed Databases

This chapter explains the intricacies of data sharding and replication in a distributed database system, with a focus on Vtas' sharding mechanisms and tooling for seamless transitions. It also discusses the essential role of high availability in modern software applications and the use of replication for ensuring constant service availability. Furthermore, it delves into managing distributed databases, automated failover processes, and the challenges of maintaining data consistency and availability within Vittis.

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