Reads
Articles, docs, videos, and podcasts I've enjoyed
2025
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Raft Explained: The Core of Distributed Systems Consensus
"In a distributed system, the source of truth is the log. If you can get all nodes to agree on the state of that log, you've achieved consensus and solved for data consistency."
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MVCC Explained: How Databases Handle Concurrent Transactions
"To solve concurrency conflicts, stop having transactions operate on the same data. Instead, give each transaction its own 'version' to work with."
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A 4-step framework for building delightful products | Nesrine Changuel (Spotify, Google, Skype)
"True product delight goes beyond superficial features. It's achieved by creating experiences that thoughtfully address both a user's functional goals and their underlying emotional needs, turning utility into a powerful connection."
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Founder Mode: Brian Chesky, Founder & CEO, Airbnb
"The goal isn't just to build a great product, but to solve a problem so painful that the market pulls the product out of you. That's when you have the wind at your back"
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What is a product engineer (and why they're awesome)
"Care more about outcomes and impact than the exact implementation, or the tools used to solve the problem"
This collection highlights content that has meaningfully influenced my growth as an engineer. I regularly update it with new discoveries that challenge my perspective or introduce me to innovative engineering approaches.