#Distributed Transactions
2 articles
Architecture
2026-05-13
Three Common Patterns for Distributed Transactions — 2PC, Saga, and Outbox
A concise comparison of the three canonical distributed transaction patterns in microservices — 2PC, Saga, and Outbox — covering their mechanics, trade-offs, and when to use each.
#Microservices#Distributed Transactions#2phase commit#Saga Pattern#Outbox Pattern
Architecture
2023-09-17
The Saga Pattern Explained: Managing Distributed Transactions in Microservices
Learn how the Saga pattern manages distributed transactions in microservices. Compare choreography vs orchestration-based sagas and their practical trade-offs.
#Microservices#Saga Pattern#TCC Pattern#Distributed Transactions#2phase commit