ML.NET for Custom AI Models: When to Use ML.NET vs Cloud APIs

Six months ago, I faced a critical decision: build a custom ML model with ML.NET or use cloud APIs. The project required real-time fraud detection with zero latency tolerance. Cloud APIs were too slow. ML.NET was the answer. But when should you use ML.NET vs cloud APIs? After building 15+ production ML systems, here’s what […]

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Architecting the Moment: Real-Time Data Processing in Modern Cloud Systems

After two decades of architecting data systems across financial services, healthcare, and e-commerce, I’ve witnessed the evolution from batch-only processing to today’s sophisticated real-time architectures. The shift isn’t just about speed—it’s about fundamentally changing how organizations make decisions and respond to events. This article shares battle-tested insights on building production-grade real-time data processing systems in […]

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