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Explore a critical examination of microservices architecture in this conference talk by Ian Cooper at NDC London. Delve into the common misunderstandings that have emerged since the 2013 paper by James Lewis and Martin Fowler on microservice architectural style. Discover how many implementations have deviated from the original concept, resulting in distributed monoliths rather than true microservices. Learn about the key properties of microservices that are often misunderstood, including what "micro" actually means, how to achieve independent deployability, and how to avoid anti-patterns. Understand the specific problems microservices were designed to solve, why there's been a backlash against them, and which challenges can't be addressed by monolithic architectures. This 55-minute talk provides clarity on the architectural approach that has been both celebrated and criticized over the past decade, helping developers make informed decisions about when and how to implement microservices effectively.
