Solutions Architecture
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Cloud Architecture Isn’t Just Tech — It’s Strategy
I recently came across a video from Michael Gibbs where he discusses why many cloud architectures fail. His observations were particularly insightful, and I wanted to share some key takeaways. According to him, cloud architecture failures often come down to two major issues: Bias in Decision-Making Many architects develop vendor bias rather than actual business… Continue reading
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Architecting Solutions: Core Rules and Additional Insights
When architecting solutions, it is important to follow a set of rules that not only ensure the architecture meets business objectives but also meets the specific demands of projects. Here is a consolidated list of the rules proposed by Philippe PAIOLA. At the end, I am adding three more rules concerning the projects I have… Continue reading
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Mapping Azure Well-Architected Framework Pillars to Design Patterns
If you’re working on solution development in Azure, understanding the Azure Well-Architected Framework (WAF) is crucial. To facilitate a deeper understanding, I have mapped the relationship between the WAF pillars and the design patterns that enhance architectural decisions. I’ve created an interactive dashboard that allows you to select a WAF pillar and view the design… Continue reading
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How Azure Data Explorer Works ?
Azure Data Explorer (ADX) – Microsoft’s fast service for data exploration. It’s designed to handle massive volumes of data such as telemetry, logs, and time series data, which are commonly generated by applications and IoT devices. In this post, I will break down how ADX works, using a UML Components Diagram to illustrate its elements… Continue reading
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Understanding User Story Structure and Components for Effective Agile Practices
The quality of user stories is critical to the architecture of cloud systems. Good user stories guarantee that architectural choices are grounded in precise, well-articulated requirements, therefore reducing uncertainty and the possibility of expensive rework. Solutions architects may create systems that are more resilient and scalable by making sure user stories are accurate and comprehensive.… Continue reading
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