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by Curtis_Guan 2 days ago
Understanding how scheduling works inside a database used to require numerous architecture diagrams to explain. I was amazed when I saw PGSimCity — it presents such a complex technical implementation process in such an engaging way. Since it's already open‑source, I think the same idea can be reused in other domains, such as cloud computing, Kubernetes, and so on.
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I've always wanted to do an explainer of the deployment system and state-tracking at Fly.io using Factorio as a visual metaphor.
Let's make a Factorio overhaul mod where your goal is to produce fly.io deployments!

Bonus if it actually deploys on fly.io. This is not possible with a mod alone.

I heard you have some free time now, so let's see it!
I keep wanting to build a Kubernetes visualiser. I know they exist, but the last time I looked they didn't look that great.