Module 1 of Path: Deep Dive into System Design Interview
Distributed Systems
Module Overview
This module talks about establishing the basic principles of distributed systems. It explains the scope of their functionality by discussing what distributed systems can and can’t achieve. It also covers the basic algorithms and protocols of distributed systems through easy-to-follow examples and diagrams, which illustrate the thinking behind design decisions and expand on how they can be practiced.
Module Objectives
Learn some of the complexities inherent in distributed systems.
Learn the key design problems in distributed systems.
Learn the basic concepts and theorems of distributed systems.
28 Lessons
2 Quizzes
108 Illustrations
Contents (Module 1)
Module 2Contents (Module 1)
Module 21. Introduction to Distributed Systems
2. Basic Concepts and Theorems
Partitioning
Algorithms for Horizontal Partitioning
Replication
Single-Master Replication Algorithm
Multi-Master Replication Algorithm
Quorums in Distributed Systems
Safety Guarantees in Distributed Systems
ACID Transactions
The CAP Theorem
Consistency Models
CAP Theorem's Consistency Model
Isolation Levels and Anomalies
Prevention of Anomalies in Isolation Levels
Consistency and Isolation
Hierarchy of Models
Why All the Formalities?
Quiz
3. Conclusion
28 Lessons
2 Quizzes
108 Illustrations
