Beyond S3 Compatibility Claims: A Deep Dive into Real-World Incompatibilities

Explore a comprehensive conference talk from the Storage Developer Conference 2023 that delves into the complexities and challenges of achieving true Amazon S3 API compatibility in object storage systems. Learn about various incompatibilities found in alternative S3 implementations, including missing response headers, unsupported API calls, and unexpected behaviors that impact client applications. Gain valuable insights into strategies for mitigating S3 incompatibilities, best practices for developing S3-compatible storage systems, and tips for achieving optimal scalability and performance. Drawing from years of implementation and deployment experience across multiple object storage systems, discover how S3 compatibility affects customer adoption and satisfaction. Master practical approaches to address compatibility challenges in your own applications through real-world examples and expert guidance from Seagate's Gregory Touretsky.