In this episode of the Deep Dive Podcast by PithorAcademy, we break down Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) — Microsoft’s managed Kubernetes platform that helps developers run containerized applications at scale with ease.

🔹 What is Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)?
🔹 Why AKS Exists & the Problems It Solves (Scaling, Orchestration, CI/CD)
🔹 Key Features: Cluster Management, Auto-Scaling, Networking, Security
🔹 Real-World Use Cases: Microservices, DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines
🔹 Best Practices for Beginners: Resource Limits, Health Checks, Node Pools
🔹 Common Challenges & Limitations to Know
🔹 A Beginner-Friendly Roadmap to Running Kubernetes on Azure
🔹 AKS vs ACI vs App Services – What to Use When

If you’re new to Kubernetes or transitioning from monoliths to microservices, this episode helps you understand how to start and succeed with AKS on Microsoft Azure.

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In this episode of Pithoracademy, we unpack one of the most critical components in Kubernetes networking—Services. From internal communication to exposing applications externally, Services provide the foundation for reliable connectivity in Kubernetes. Tune in as we explore:

• What is a Service in Kubernetes?

• Why Services Exist and Why They Matter

• Key Concepts Behind Kubernetes Services

• Understanding Types of Services:

  • ClusterIP

  • NodePort

  • LoadBalancer

• How Each Service Type Works and When to Use Them

• Real-World Use Cases of Services

• How Services Interact with Kubernetes Internals

• Why Services Enable Scalability and Flexibility

• Best Practices for Designing and Managing Services

• Summary & Takeaways

Whether you're building microservices or exposing APIs at scale, this episode will help you master Kubernetes Services and choose the right one for your architecture.

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What is Event Sourcing, and how can it improve your microservices architecture? In this episode of PithorAcademy, we explore the powerful concept of Event Sourcing in Microservices, especially with Spring Boot. Learn how event sourcing captures every state change as an immutable event, why it's useful for auditing, replay, and system recovery, and how to implement it effectively. We also cover key roles it plays in distributed systems, along with real-world considerations, best practices, and architectural impact.

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 14 of the AWS Podcast Series by PithorAcademy! 📈
In this episode, we dive into AWS Auto Scaling Groups and Launch Templates — powerful tools to ensure your applications scale automatically and reliably in the cloud.

We cover:
✔️ What are Auto Scaling Groups and Launch Templates?
✔️ Why they are essential for performance, availability & cost-efficiency
✔️ How they work in real-world setups:

• Auto Scaling Groups: dynamic instance scaling

• Launch Templates: reusable EC2 configurations
  ✔️ How both work together for flexible, automated deployments
  ✔️ Key benefits, use cases, and best practices

Perfect for cloud architects, DevOps professionals, and AWS learners aiming to build scalable, resilient apps.

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In this episode of the Deep Dive Podcast by PithorAcademy, we cover Azure Container Instances (ACI) — a simple yet powerful way to run containers in Azure without managing servers or orchestration.

🔹 What Are Azure Container Instances (ACI)?
🔹 Why Microsoft Introduced ACI & What Problems It Solves
🔹 Key Features: Fast Start-Up, Per-Second Billing, No VM Overhead
🔹 Ideal Use Cases: Microservices, APIs, Batch Jobs, Testing
🔹 Best Practices for Using ACI in Dev/Test & Production
🔹 ACI vs AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service) – When to Use What
🔹 Limitations: Networking, Scaling, Long-Running Containers
🔹 Beginner Roadmap to Hosting Docker Containers in Azure

Whether you're new to containers or looking for a quick, serverless way to deploy Docker containers, this episode is your beginner-friendly guide to lightweight container hosting with ACI.

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In this episode of Pithoracademy, we dive deep into Rollouts and Rollbacks in Kubernetes Deployments—two powerful features that ensure safe, controlled updates and quick recovery when things go wrong. Whether you're deploying your first app or running production workloads, this episode gives you clear insights into how these mechanisms work. We cover:

• What Are Rollouts and Rollbacks in Kubernetes?

• Why Rollouts and Rollbacks Exist

• Key Concepts Behind Kubernetes Update Strategies

• How Rollouts Work in Deployments

• Why Rollouts Are Crucial for Stability

• Rollbacks in Action: When and How to Use Them

• How Rollbacks Interact with the Kubernetes Control Plane

• Best Practices for Managing Rollouts and Rollbacks

• Real-World Examples and Deployment Workflows

• Why These Mechanisms Improve Reliability and Control

• Final Thoughts and Summary

This episode is ideal for developers, DevOps engineers, and SREs looking to master safe application delivery and disaster recovery strategies in Kubernetes.

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What is CQRS and how does it make microservices more efficient and scalable? In this episode of PithorAcademy, we explore Command Query Responsibility Segregation (CQRS) — a powerful architectural pattern that separates read and write operations for better performance and maintainability. Learn why CQRS is especially useful in event-driven and distributed microservice systems, how it works in real-world applications, and when to use it (and when not to). Whether you're scaling a large system or refining service communication, this episode is your CQRS primer.

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 13 of the AWS Podcast Series by PithorAcademy! 🌐
In this episode, we explore Elastic Load Balancer (ELB) — a key AWS service that ensures high availability, fault tolerance, and traffic distribution across cloud resources.

We cover:
✔️ What is Elastic Load Balancer (ELB)?
✔️ Why ELB matters for scalability and resilience
✔️ How ELB works in the AWS ecosystem

• Types of ELBs (Application, Network, Gateway)

• Key Components (Listeners, Target Groups, Health Checks)

• Integration with EC2, Auto Scaling, and more
  ✔️ Best practices for traffic management in the cloud

Great for cloud architects, DevOps engineers, and AWS beginners looking to optimize their infrastructure.

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In this episode of the Deep Dive Podcast by PithorAcademy, we dive into Azure App Services — Microsoft Azure’s flagship Platform as a Service (PaaS) for hosting web apps, REST APIs, and backend services without managing infrastructure.

🔹 What Are Azure App Services and Why They Matter
🔹 Problems App Services Solve: Maintenance-Free Deployments, Auto Scaling & CI/CD
🔹 Key Features: Web Apps, Custom Domains, SSL, Staging Slots & More
🔹 Best Practices for App Performance, Cost Optimization & Deployment
🔹 Practical Use Cases: Web Hosting, APIs, Mobile Backends, Internal Tools
🔹 Limitations to Be Aware Of (and Workarounds)
🔹 Choosing App Services vs VMs vs Containers
🔹 Your Beginner-Friendly Roadmap to Hosting in the Cloud

If you're a developer, startup founder, or student looking to host cloud apps without server headaches, this episode will guide you from zero to confident deployment on Azure App Services.

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In this episode of Pithoracademy, we dive into Kubernetes ReplicaSets—the mechanism behind ensuring high availability and scalability of Pods in your cluster. From core concepts to real-world usage, this episode explains everything you need to know about how ReplicaSets work and why they matter. We cover:

• What Are ReplicaSets in Kubernetes?

• Why ReplicaSets Were Introduced

• Key Concepts and Terminology

• The Role of ReplicaSets in Managing Pods

• How ReplicaSets Ensure Pod Availability

• Core Components of a ReplicaSet YAML File

• Why ReplicaSets Are Critical for Reliability

• Interaction Between ReplicaSets and the Kubernetes Control Plane

• How ReplicaSets Work Under the Hood

• How ReplicaSets Integrate with Deployments

• Why ReplicaSets Enable Scalability and Resilience

• Best Practices for Using ReplicaSets

• Summary & Final Thoughts

Whether you're managing containerized workloads or exploring Kubernetes fundamentals, this episode will help you understand how ReplicaSets provide automatic, fault-tolerant pod management.

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