Something that's missing from a lot of these is the pre-implementation aspect. P7 prior proper preperation prevents piss poor performance. This includes pick

Something that's missing from a lot of these is the pre-implementation aspect. P7 prior proper preperation prevents piss poor performance. This includes picking a good platform after careful comsideration (not the coolest kid in the block always) Design the system in detail then start implementing it Both of these will prepare you and allow for scaling if needed later on (note: not premature optimization, just keeping it in mind and allowing provisions in case you do need to)