RPC - A Four-Decade Journey Through Distributed Computing
The 40-Year Evolution of RPC: From Simple Procedure Calls to Modern Microservices The 40-Year Evolution of RPC: From Simple Procedure Calls to Modern Microservices Executive Summary Remote Procedure Call (RPC) has been a fundamental paradigm in distributed computing for over four decades. This article traces its evolution from simple client-server communications to modern microservices architecture, examining key developments, challenges, and the ongoing debate between developer convenience and system correctness. Through this historical lens, we’ll understand why RPC remains relevant in today’s cloud-native world. ...