Distributed Systems | CSEP 552 - University of Washington

Comprehensive graduate course on the design and implementation of distributed systems, covering abstractions, techniques, and hands-on programming projects.

Introduction

CSEP552 is a graduate course on distributed systems. Distributed systems have become central to many aspects of how computers are used, from web applications to e-commerce to content distribution. This course will cover abstractions and implementation techniques for the construction of distributed systems, including client server computing, the web, cloud computing, peer-to-peer systems, and distributed storage systems.

Highlights

• Cover abstractions and implementation techniques for distributed systems
• Topics include remote procedure call, maintaining consistency of distributed state, fault tolerance, high availability, and more
• Hands-on programming projects to build distributed systems

Recommendation

This course is recommended for graduate students interested in learning about the design and implementation of distributed systems. It provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts and techniques in this field, with a focus on practical, hands-on experience through programming projects.