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World Congress 2026 Europe • Jul 9, 2026 • Session details

The New Shiny Syndrome: How to Avoid Tech Hype Traps

Josip Stuhli

Stop falling for the new shiny syndrome. Discover how to handle three million requests per second by ditching microservices hype and embracing delightfully boring architecture.

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Managing high-traffic infrastructure without chasing technology hype

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