In this episode, we'll take a look at Meta’s ambitious approach to scaling large language models. We'll explore the shift from handling many smaller models for recommendation engines to building colossal generative AI models, and the immense challenges that come with it. From hardware and...

In this episode, let's explore how Netflix revamped their video processing pipeline, moving from a monolithic system to a microservices architecture. What drove such a major shift? You'll hear how their original platform, Reloaded, couldn’t keep up with Netflix’s rapid pace of innovation, and why...

In this episode, we'll explore the intricate system and architecture design behind Apple's iCloud. We'll break down how Apple seamlessly handles billions of users by combining Cassandra and FoundationDB to power iCloud's backbone. What prompted Apple to shift from Cassandra to FoundationDB, and...