From Single-Server Cron to Scalable Reliability: A STAR-Method Breakdown
In this video, we explore how to design a reliable and scalable cron execution service—drawing inspiration from Slack’s journey migrating from a single-node cron setup to a distributed system. We use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method to walk through a scenario-based behavioral interview question and demonstrate best practices such as leveraging Kubernetes for orchestration, using a job queue for heavy workloads, and employing a database for deduplication and status tracking. Whether you’re preparing for an interview or looking to build robust cron infrastructure, this deep dive shows you the strategies and tools required to ensure critical scheduled jobs run at scale with minimal downtime.
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