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Apr 26, 2026 · Backend Development
Forget Kafka: A Lightweight Go Queue Achieves 2 Million Messages per Second
The article analyzes how replacing Kafka with a simple in‑memory Go queue reduced architectural complexity, boosted throughput from 240‑330 K to 1.8‑2.0 M messages per second, and clarified debugging, while still acknowledging scenarios where Kafka remains the better choice.
Backend PerformanceGoIn‑Memory Ring Buffer
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