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Understanding TCP 3-Way Handshake: SYN, SYN-ACK, ACK

The TCP 3-way handshake ensures reliable connection establishment between a client and server.

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HLD: 5 Microservices Communication Patterns Explained

Microservices can communicate using five key patterns based on their needs.

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Understanding Database per Service in Microservices Architecture

Database per Service ensures each microservice owns its data, reducing dependencies.

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HLD: Shared DB vs Database per Service Trade-Offs

Choosing between a shared database and a database per service affects system design significantly.

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Choosing Service Boundaries in Microservices Architecture

Choosing the right boundaries for microservices is crucial for effective architecture.

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Distributed Locks: Preventing Duplicate Work Across Servers

Distributed locks ensure only one server performs a task, avoiding duplication.

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API Gateway vs Proxy vs Load Balancer: Key Differences

API Gateway, Proxy, and Load Balancer serve different roles in managing requests and traffic in systems.

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Monolith vs Microservices: Choosing the Right Architecture

Monolithic and microservices architectures each have unique advantages and challenges for software development.

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Distributed Caching: Why Spread It Out?

Distributed caching spreads data across multiple servers for better performance and reliability.

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Understanding Vertical and Horizontal Scaling in System Design

Vertical scaling means upgrading one server, while horizontal scaling means adding more servers.

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When to Use Microservices in Software Design

Microservices are useful when you need independent scaling, deployment, and clear boundaries in software design.

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API Gateway: The Front Door of Your System

An API Gateway simplifies client access to backend services in microservices.

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HLD: Synchronous vs Asynchronous Communication Explained

Synchronous communication waits for a response, while asynchronous continues without waiting.

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HLD: Understanding REST, RPC, and gRPC Differences

REST, RPC, and gRPC are different methods for communication in software systems.

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HLD: Microservices vs Modular Monolith Explained

Microservices and modular monoliths differ mainly in deployment and communication methods.

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Transactional Outbox Pattern: Never Lose Events!

The Transactional Outbox Pattern ensures database updates and event publishing are synchronized to avoid losing events.

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Understanding Cache Breakdown and Request Coalescing

Cache breakdowns can overwhelm databases, but request coalescing solves this issue.

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Understanding CAP Theorem: Trade-offs in Distributed Systems

The CAP Theorem explains the trade-offs in distributed systems during network failures.

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Understanding CDN: How Cache Hits Improve Performance

A CDN speeds up web applications by caching content closer to users.

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Understanding Reverse Proxy in High-Level Design

A reverse proxy routes client requests to different backend services efficiently.

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REST API Design: Building Scalable APIs for Real-World Use

REST API design focuses on creating clean, efficient, and scalable web services.

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Understanding Load Balancers in System Design

Load balancers distribute traffic across multiple servers to enhance performance and reliability.

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Understanding Network Partitions in Distributed Systems

Network partitions occur when servers are operational but can't communicate, affecting system performance.

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HLD: Understanding Server Failure Detection and Timeouts

Timeouts in distributed systems indicate suspicion, not confirmed failure.

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Understanding 2-Phase Commit in Distributed Transactions

2-Phase Commit helps maintain data consistency in transactions across multiple databases.

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