WeAreDevelopers LIVE • Sep 11, 2024

Single Server, Global Reach: Running a Worldwide Marketplace on Bare Metal in a Cloud-Dominated World

Can a global marketplace thrive on bare-metal monoliths rather than complex microservices? Discover how Chrono24 handles 9 million users effortlessly by mastering boring technology and modular architecture.

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