Jainil Prajapati

Jainil Prajapati

Meme Maestro | Tech Enthusiast | Spreading Smiles & Laugh | 😊

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Instagram

14 Aug 2024 · 3 min read

How Instagram Optimized Video Storage to Prevent Server Crash

Instagram faced the challenge of storing billions of videos and preventing server crashes. By optimizing video storage through innovative compression techniques, the platform reduced computing power usage by 94%, ensuring seamless performance for its 2 billion users.

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The War Between Reddit and Third-Party App Developers: A Detailed Account

14 Aug 2024 · 3 min read

The War Between Reddit and Third-Party App Developers: A Detailed Account

In April 2023, Reddit clashed with third-party developers over new API fees, demanding $20 million from a single app. The conflict led to a massive protest, with 80% of Reddit becoming unusable. This event highlighted the tension between corporate monetization and community values.

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Instagram

14 Aug 2024 · 3 min read

Instagram’s Scaling Journey: From 0 to 14 Million Users with Just 3 Engineers

Instagram’s rapid growth to 14 million users showcased their tech savvy. They leveraged AWS, Django, and PostgreSQL, optimizing with load balancing and caching. The transition to Facebook’s infrastructure further enhanced global scalability and user experience.

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