Book description
Data is at the center of many challenges in system design today. Difficult issues need to be figured out, such as scalability, consistency, reliability, efficiency, and maintainability. In addition, we have an overwhelming variety of tools, including relational databases, NoSQL datastores, stream or batch processors, and message brokers. What are the right choices for your application? How do you make sense of all these buzzwords?In this practical and comprehensive guide, author Martin Kleppmann helps you navigate this diverse landscape by examining the pros and cons of various technologies for processing and storing data. Software keeps changing, but the fundamental principles remain the same. With this book, software engineers and architects will learn how to apply those ideas in practice, and how to make full use of data in modern applications. Peer under the hood of the systems you already use, and learn how to use and operate them more effectively Make informed decisions by identifying the strengths and weaknesses of different tools Navigate the trade-offs around consistency, scalability, fault tolerance, and complexity Understand the distributed systems research upon which modern databases are built Peek behind the scenes of major online services, and learn from their architectures
RightN0w2
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Wolf Tribune
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Little Drunk Girl
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Mindless Bobcat
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Pluto
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Beetle King
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Feral Mayhem
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Rope
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SunVolt
I appreciate the minimal ads β it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch.
Jester
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Peanut Butter Woman
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Stacker of Wheat
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Alpha
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Easy Mac
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse β chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. π±π
Sir Squire
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Burst Nibbler
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MysticMingle
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Light Lion
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Black Hole Necromancer
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Jo Jo Spooky
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience