How we choose between AWS-style managed infrastructure and custom servers, networks, and deploys.
How we choose between AWS-style managed infrastructure and custom servers, networks, and deploys.
Why PostgreSQL is a strong default for application data, and when to add something else.
How to integrate third-party APIs without silent data loss or surprise outages.
A practical approach to web architecture: typed apps, a clear API, and a database you can reason about.
How to choose between buying SaaS and building software you can change.
A direct take on when to build custom software instead of stretching a SaaS tool.