Engineering Distributed Systems | Carnegie-Mellon University

Dive into the core techniques for building well-engineered distributed systems that can withstand the test of time, growth in scale, and live use stresses.

Introduction

A project focused course on Distributed Systems with an awesome list of readings.

Highlights

• Focuses on core techniques for building distributed systems that have remained stable and applicable across many system layers
• Covers the knowledge base, intellectual tools, hands-on skills and modes of thought needed to build well-engineered distributed systems
• Substantial project component is an integral part of the course
• Assumes a high level of proficiency in all aspects of operating system design and implementation

Recommendation

This course is recommended for students with a strong background in systems programming and operating systems who are interested in building well-engineered distributed systems that can withstand the test of time, growth in scale, and stresses of live use.