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Embracing Chaos for Application Stability
Chaos is a science of surprises that revolves around unpredictability and unexpected outcomes. It serves as a reminder to anticipate the unforeseen, such as disrupted traffic patterns, volatile weather conditions, turbulent financial markets, etc. One fundamental principle within chaos theory is the Butterfly Effect, also known as the ripple or domino effect. This concept suggests that even an insignificant action, like a butterfly flapping its wings in New Mexico, can eventually lead to significant consequences, such as a hurricane forming in China. While the cause and effect may not be immediately apparent, the underlying connection is undeniably real. For instance, consider the scenario of an ice storm in eastern Oregon causing a power outage that affects an Amazon data center. As a result, you find yourself staring at a blank TV screen, unable to continue watching Netflix.