The Linux kernel has undergone a revolution with the introduction of two new interfaces - eBPF and io_uring. These interfaces are set to change the way applications work with and think about the kernel. In this article, we explore what makes these interfaces special and so powerfully transformational, and also delve into ScyllaDBs experience with io_uring. While the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Linux kernel has quietly been undergoing a paradigm shift. This article explains the evolution of the Linux I/O system calls and how these new interfaces will completely change the game.
