Why thread pools even exist? and how to implement them?

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In the video, I explained the importance of thread pools in managing multiple concurrent requests efficiently without overwhelming the system. I discussed the drawbacks of spinning up new threads for each request and how thread pools help mitigate these issues by capping the maximum number of threads. I highlighted real-world use cases and provided a quick prototype implementation in Go. Tuning thread pool size based on hardware and workload characteristics was emphasized, along with practical tips for implementation. Watch the video for a deeper understanding of thread pools and their implementation.

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