Why You Should Never Build Microservices - and Why We Do It Anyway

Explore the complexities and trade-offs of microservices architecture in this conference talk. Delve into the appeal and challenges of implementing microservices, drawing from real-world experiences at Queue-it. Examine the pros and cons, discuss appropriate use cases, and consider alternatives. Learn about layered architecture, complexity management, team dynamics, deployment pipelines, and advanced network considerations. Address pitfalls such as distributed monoliths, eventual consistency, and cross-functional team requirements. Gain insights on gradual implementation, bounded contexts, and essential infrastructure for successful microservices adoption. Understand the minimum requirements, development environments, and technological considerations for building robust microservice-based systems.