I’m a full-stack, mostly front-end developer with cloud and DevOps expertise. During a whiteboard session on migrating a legacy SQL database, I suggested managed migration. Was my approach inadequate?
hey, cool approach btw! did u consider going into more detail on failovers? i feel that explaining potential pitfalls and backup strat might spark more insights. what are your thoughts on this?
hey, i think u did ok. your managed migration approach isnt bad at all, just couldve mentioned some backup coners. overall, pretty solid answer, don’t sweat it too much
i think its fairly good. showing managed migration means you get the diffcult legacy poss. context matters and followups can always catch up details. you havent tnked it all though, may got room for deep dive later
The approach you described demonstrates that you are aware of determining the best method for a legacy system migration, which can be a complex topic for a Platform Engineer interview. I have encountered similar situations in previous interviews, and I found that emphasizing the challenges of legacy system configurations and the practicality of managed migration can show your willingness to address potential issues pragmatically. The key is to also mention potential drawbacks and outline plans for backup or fallback strategies, ensuring that you are prepared for any complications during migration.