Comment by Curtis_Guan
17 hours ago
Understanding how scheduling works inside a database used to require numerous architecture diagrams to explain. I was amazed when I saw PGSimCity — it presents such a complex technical implementation process in such an engaging way. Since it's already open‑source, I think the same idea can be reused in other domains, such as cloud computing, Kubernetes, and so on.
I've always wanted to do an explainer of the deployment system and state-tracking at Fly.io using Factorio as a visual metaphor.
Let's make a Factorio overhaul mod where your goal is to produce fly.io deployments!
Bonus if it actually deploys on fly.io. This is not possible with a mod alone.
I heard you have some free time now, so let's see it!
I keep wanting to build a Kubernetes visualiser. I know they exist, but the last time I looked they didn't look that great.