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About the Book
Architecting Scalable Solutions: A Practical Approach to Software Design is a must-have resource for developers and architects aiming to deepen their understanding of software architecture. This release includes the first five chapters of the book, which form the foundation for mastering the principles and best practices of scalable, maintainable, and future-proof software design.
This book captures over 30 years of hands-on experience in analyzing, designing, and implementing various software solutions. It blends theoretical and historical perspectives with modern software patterns, methodologies, and tools. From foundational concepts like UML and Design Patterns to cutting-edge approaches leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-driven analysis, this book provides both the knowledge and practical techniques needed to navigate today's software landscape.
A key highlight of this release is the in-depth chapter on Microservice Architecture. Whether you're a developer building your first service or an experienced architect refining a distributed system, this chapter provides essential guidance on decomposition, cohesion, coupling, orchestration vs. choreography, and strategies for scaling services efficiently. Any developer working on service-based architectures should read this chapter.
Additionally, I am currently working on Chapter 6: Cross-cutting Concerns, which delves into crucial aspects such as logging, authentication, security, observability, and performance monitoring. I will be publishing parts of this chapter progressively as the writing evolves, allowing readers to engage with and benefit from the content as it develops.
This book is not just a technical manual; it is a roadmap to becoming a better software professional—both as a developer and as an architect. Join me on this journey, and let’s build better software together!
About the Author
Alon Fliess is a technology leader and architect with over 30 years of experience in software development and design. As the founder of Zionet, he has shaped the technology landscape for global enterprises and startups. His expertise spans software architecture, AI integration, distributed cloud systems, and IoT solutions.
Leadership and Vision
At Zionet, Alon fosters a nurturing environment for novice developers. He uses technology to bridge social and geographic gaps. As an advisor in the Microsoft for Startups initiative, he effectively helps early-stage companies leverage cutting-edge technologies.
Expertise
- AI and Machine Learning: Embedding AI into enterprise applications to create scalable and intelligent systems.
- Cloud Computing: Expertise in Microsoft Azure for secure and resilient architectures.
- Software Architecture: Designing scalable and maintainable systems tailored to business needs.
- IoT: Integrating hardware and software for innovative solutions.
- Modern Frameworks: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and C++ for cross-platform development.
Recognitions and Community Impact
- Microsoft Regional Director (since 2010): Bridging Microsoft product teams and customers.
- Microsoft MVP (since 2005): Awarded MVP of the Year in 2013.
- Azure Israel Leader: Co-leading the Israeli Azure Developer Community.
- Conference Expert: Participated in "Ask the Expert" booths at Microsoft Build and Ignite conferences.
Public Speaking
Alon is a sought-after speaker at global conferences, delivering engaging sessions on topics such as:
- Building AI-powered cloud solutions.
- Scalable software architectures.
- Debugging production systems.
- Integrating IoT into businesses.
- Cross-platform development frameworks.
He has trained developers through courses, webinars, and workshops and has co-authored several influential books.
Innovator and Creator
Alon’s passion for technology extends to 3D printing and Electronics, where he designs and builds innovations shared on Thingiverse. He also advocates open-source software and contributes to projects like Sagaway on GitHub.
Contact and Links
- Zionet: https://www.zion-net.co.il/en
- Medium: https://medium.com/@alonfliess
- Azure Israel: http://www.meetup.com/AzureIsrael/
- GitHub: https://github.com/alonf
- Sagaway: https://github.com/Zio-Net/Sagaway
- 3D Designs: https://www.thingiverse.com/Shoogon/about