Back-of-the-Envelope Estimation for System Design: A Guide to Capacity Planning

Back-of-the-Envelope Estimation for System Design: A Guide to Capacity Planning

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Ever had a system crash during peak traffic and you’re scrambling to explain why your capacity planning missed the mark? You’re not alone. Most engineers I’ve worked with can build amazing systems but freeze when asked “will this handle Black Friday traffic?”