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Learn about Alibaba's revolutionary eCore Data Center Interconnect (DCI) network architecture in this 22-minute conference talk from the Open Compute Project. Explore how eCore redefines scalability and efficiency through its modular, whitebox-based design and service-aware traffic forwarding capabilities powered by SRv6 technology. Discover the design philosophy behind this cutting-edge network infrastructure, understand the deployment challenges encountered during implementation, and examine the measurable impact on data center operations. Gain insights into Alibaba's custom whitebox solutions that enable this service-oriented approach to DCI networking, and learn about the company's strategic roadmap for future network evolution. This joint presentation by experts from Alibaba and Cisco provides a comprehensive look at how modern hyperscale companies are transforming their network architectures to meet the demands of cloud-scale operations and service delivery.
