Software Architecture
Understanding system design is critical to building scalable software. Here are architectural patterns I have studied and implemented.
Three-Tier Architecture
A client-server architecture in which the functional process logic, data access, computer data storage, and user interface are developed and maintained as independent modules on separate platforms.
Advantages
- Scalability
- Maintainability
- Improved Security
Limitations
- Increased Complexity
- Performance Overhead
Key Components
Presentation Tier (Frontend)Application Tier (Backend)Data Tier (Database)
Used in Projects
rhiya-printers
Model-View-Controller (MVC)
A software design pattern that divides the related program logic into three interconnected elements.
Advantages
- Separation of Concerns
- Parallel Development
- Ease of Modification
Limitations
- Complexity in Small Apps
- Tight Coupling between View and Controller in some implementations
Key Components
Model (Data)View (UI)Controller (Logic)
Used in Projects
gnanams-matrimony
JAMstack Architecture
Modern web development architecture based on client-side JavaScript, reusable APIs, and prebuilt Markup.
Advantages
- High Performance
- Better Security
- Cheaper Hosting
- Great Developer Experience
Limitations
- Dynamic Features require APIs
- Build times can be long for huge sites
Key Components
JavaScriptAPIsMarkup (SSG/SSR)
Used in Projects
snap4upeer-circles
Microservices Architecture
An architectural style that structures an application as a collection of services that are highly maintainable, loosely coupled, and independently deployable.
Advantages
- Agility
- Flexible Scaling
- Technological Freedom
Limitations
- High Complexity
- Network Latency
- Difficult Data Consistency
Key Components
API GatewayIndependent ServicesService RegistryDistributed Data Management