Arrested Development - Surviving the Awkward Adolescence of a Microservices-Based Application

Explore the challenges and triumphs of implementing a microservices-based architecture in this 42-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2015. Delve into the experiences of Yelp's Transaction Platform as they navigate the complexities of growing a system built on small, cooperative microservices. Learn about the functional, cultural, and reliability hurdles faced by Python developers as their project evolves and expands. Discover common pitfalls such as tight coupling and low test coverage, as well as success stories highlighting agility and strong interfaces. Gain insights into mistakes made, successful growth strategies, and Python-specific tools and libraries that can aid in overcoming these challenges. Understand how real-world implementation differs from idealized descriptions of microservices architecture. Benefit from this talk by having a basic understanding of HTTP-based services and distributed systems concepts.