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Protocol Buffer Fundamentals

The JSON protocol is the most common method software systems use to communicate with each other, but is it the best choice? This course will teach you about protocol buffers, a faster, more efficient, and more flexible system for inter-service communication.

Beginner
2h 13m
(12)

Created by Mike VanSickle

Last Updated Apr 18, 2024

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Protocol Buffer Fundamentals

The JSON protocol is the most common method software systems use to communicate with each other, but is it the best choice? This course will teach you about protocol buffers, a faster, more efficient, and more flexible system for inter-service communication.

Beginner
2h 13m
(12)

Created by Mike VanSickle

Last Updated Apr 18, 2024

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What you'll learn

Modern software systems rely on fast, efficient inter-service messaging to meet performance demands in distributed environments. In this course, Protocol Buffers Fundamentals, you’ll learn to adopt this high-performance technology. First, you’ll explore the secrets that protocol buffers so fast and efficient. Next, you’ll discover how to construct your own messaging systems. Finally, you’ll learn how to maintain your message definitions as your system’s needs evolve. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of protocol buffers needed to build systems with blazingly fast and efficient messaging.

Protocol Buffer Fundamentals
Beginner
2h 13m
(12)
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Mike VanSickle - Pluralsight course - Protocol Buffer Fundamentals
Mike VanSickle
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Michael VanSickle is an application architect in Akron, Ohio. He is a mechanical engineer by training and a software engineer by choice. He is passionate about learning new programming languages and user experience design.

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