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Stripe replaced its observability platform, which used a third-party vendor solution, with a new architecture utilizing managed services on AWS. The company made the move due to scalability limits, reliability issues, and increasing costs while transitioning to microservices. The migration involved dual-writing metrics, translating assets, validation, and user training. After adopting microservices, Stripe’s architecture generated […]
When BMW introduced the N52 engine in 2004, it had big shoes to fill. Its predecessor, the M54, had set a high standard for reliability, smoothness, and a satisfying driving experience. The N52, however, didn’t just meet expectations—it arguably exceeded them, becoming one of BMW’s most reliable and versatile engines. The N52 powered a wide […]
The BMW N26 engine, often compared to its sibling, the N20, was an integral part of BMW’s push for more environmentally friendly powertrains back in the early 2010s. Introduced as a “SULEV” (Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle) variant of the N20, the N26 engine powered several BMW models from 2013 to 2016. Despite their similarities, […]