Pat Helland

Pat Helland, a longtime expert in distributed databases and currently with Salesforce, shares his insights on the complexities of modern data storage. He explains how to navigate the world of distributed systems using relatable metaphors, like comparing messaging challenges to postal communication. Helland dives into state management in microservices, the nuances of managing distributed transactions, and the significance of immutability in data handling, all while emphasizing the balance between theoretical concepts and practical business needs.