Designing Data-Intensive Applications by Martin Kleppmann covers the big ideas behind reliable, scalable, and maintainable systems. This English-language textbook is intended for professionals who design and manage complex systems.
The book provides insight into essential challenges such as scalability, consistency, reliability, and maintainability. Using practice-oriented examples, Kleppmann discusses various technologies for data storage and processing, including NoSQL databases, stream and batch processing, and message brokers. The author explains the underlying principles of modern distributed systems and helps readers make informed choices in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
Topics align with Database Design, Software Engineering, and Database Administration & Management. The book highlights the ideas behind reliable and maintainable systems and is indispensable for software engineers and architects seeking deeper insight into data-driven applications.