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What is Redis cache stampede?

Updated Apr 23, 2026

Short answer

Cache stampede occurs when many requests hit DB after cache expiry.

Deep explanation

When cache expires, multiple clients fetch data simultaneously causing overload. Solutions include locking, TTL randomization, and background refresh.

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