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Microservices

[ˈmaɪkroʊˌsɜrvɪsɪz]
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Last updated: December 9, 2024

Definition

An architectural style where applications are structured as collections of loosely coupled services.

Detailed Explanation

Microservices architecture breaks down applications into small, independent services that communicate through well-defined APIs. Each service is focused on a specific business capability and can be developed, deployed, and scaled independently. This approach enables greater flexibility, scalability, and resilience compared to monolithic architectures.

Use Cases

Large-scale web applications, e-commerce platforms, cloud-native applications, distributed systems, enterprise applications

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