This session provides a clear introduction to event-driven architecture (EDA) and its transformative impact on modern cloud applications. I'll explain the core principles that make EDA different from traditional request-response patterns and demonstrate how this approach solves common challenges in distributed systems.
Attendees will learn about event producers, consumers, and brokers through practical examples that showcase how EDA enables better scalability, resilience, and system decoupling. The talk will cover essential patterns like event sourcing, CQRS, and pub/sub models, with guidance on when each is most effective.
I'll discuss implementation strategies using several messaging systems including popular open-source options, common pitfalls to avoid, and practical steps for gradually adopting EDA in existing applications. I'll share real-world implementation examples and specific tools that have proven effective in my experience. Whether you're building microservices or modernizing legacy systems, you'll leave with actionable knowledge to leverage event-driven patterns in your cloud applications.