500+ services. 128M users. One massive #Kubernetes migration.
500+ services. 128M users. One massive #Kubernetes migration.
#CaseStudy - How #Duolingo transformed its backend platform with #AmazonEKS: • Why they migrated to EKS • Blue-green & ephemeral dev deployments • Challenges & lessons learned • What to expect in a major platform migration
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Duolingo's Kubernetes Leap
Franka Passing discusses the architectural shift of Duolingo’s 500+ backend services to Kubernetes. She explains the move toward GitOps with Argo CD, the transition to IPv6-only pods, and the "cellular architecture" used to isolate environments. She shares "reports from the trenches" on managing developer trust, navigating AWS rate limits, and productionizing early adopter services.
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