Background processing architecture

Explore the architectural principles of background processing in Pega Platform™. You learn how modern background processing replaces legacy agents with scalable, event‑driven models using queue processors and job schedulers. Evaluate background processing design choices to meet throughput, scalability, and resilience requirements in enterprise applications.

Advanced

Workflow Automation

Case Management

Enterprise Application Development

DevOps

English

After completing this module, you should be able to:

Explain the evolution from legacy agents to modern background processing architectures. 

Differentiate between queue processors and job schedulers based on processing needs. 

Identify appropriate processing models for high‑volume and recurring workloads. 

Assess background processing designs for scalability and throughput.

Evaluate architectural considerations that impact resilience and observability.

Available in the following mission:

Lead System Architect Enhancements for Pega Infinity v2

Topics

Architectural principles of background processing

15 mins

Background processing modernization

15 mins

Architectural patterns for Data Sets

10 mins

Module Quiz

5 mins