👉 Wikipedia engineering refers to the technical infrastructure and development practices that underpin the Wikimedia Foundation's collaborative encyclopedia, Wikipedia. It involves optimizing the performance, scalability, and reliability of the platform to support its vast user base and content. Key aspects include managing a distributed system with thousands of servers globally, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance, implementing robust content moderation tools, and continuously improving the user experience through performance tuning and code optimization. Engineers also focus on security measures to protect against attacks and maintain data integrity, while developing tools for developers to extend and customize Wikipedia's functionality. This multifaceted approach ensures that Wikipedia remains a dynamic, accessible, and reliable resource for information worldwide.
