This course will be an in-depth study of the algorithmic and implementation challenges in building large scale distributed applications. Topics include distributed coordination, scheduling, consistency issues, and fault tolerance algorithms. The course will cover how fundamental distributed systems concepts are applied to cloud computing environments. The course will mix algorithmic concepts and practical implementations; substantial programming experience is required.

Announcements

• The exam will be online during class Thursday November 12
• The Final Project Milestone 0-1 details have been announced.
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• Check the Syllabus for more info.
• Both sections 10 and 11 of CSCI 6421 will meet together as one class. You can register for either section with no difference.
• We will meet online using Blackboard Collaborate Ultra. If we have problems with Blackboard, check here or on Slack for a backup plan!
• The course will use the Go programming language. Get ready to code!

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Schedule

All deadlines are 11:59PM Eastern Time