Definition
Conflict-free Replicated Data Type: data designed so concurrent merges always converge.
How it works
Operations commute, so replicas reconcile with no coordination — great for offline-first and multi-region.
Common questions
What is CRDT?
Conflict-free Replicated Data Type: data designed so concurrent merges always converge.
How does CRDT work?
Operations commute, so replicas reconcile with no coordination — great for offline-first and multi-region.
What is CRDT used for in system design?
Operations commute, so replicas reconcile with no coordination — great for offline-first and multi-region.
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