John Marin

Software Engineer | Kubernetes | AI Systems

I build reliable, scalable systems and explore the intersection of cloud infrastructure and artificial intelligence. Focused on Kubernetes, Information Systems, and next-generation AI platforms.

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Apr 10, 2026 8 min read Backend

Blocking APIs and Asynchronous Programming

How to introduce async boundaries around blocking services, avoid cascading thread starvation, and choose queues vs. futures vs. backpressure.

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