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Microservices

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    What the corpus says

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    DHH argues that modern web development is overly complex, contrasting it with the simplicity of late '90s PHP.
    Ruby's design philosophy prioritizes programmer happiness and readability, contrasting with Java's complexity.
    DHH believes AI will change programming's economic value, likening it to the niche status of horse riding.
    Microservices are deemed unnecessary for small teams, with DHH advocating for monolithic architectures.
    DHH criticizes Apple's App Store policies, highlighting a public battle over HEY's revenue model.

    Voices on microservices

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