Distributed Functions with Jonathan Magen
Software Unscripted
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Simplifying Distributed Systems and Programming Languages
The chapter discusses simplifying explanations of complex concepts in distributed systems to improve performance and fault tolerance without overwhelming beginners. It also delves into the importance of making programming languages enjoyable for developers by reducing cognitive load and using syntax sugar to simplify concepts. The conversation highlights the need for better libraries, addressing security concerns in real-time, and incorporating advanced types like session types and streams into languages for building large distributed systems.
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