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Monolith vs Microservices vs Modular Monoliths: What's the Right Choice
Monolith vs Microservices vs Modular Monoliths: What's the Right Choice
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To receive all the full articles and support ByteByteGo, consider subscribing: In the ever-evolving landscape of software development, the choice of architecture can make or break a project. It’s not merely a technical decision but a strategic one that shapes how efficiently a team can build, scale, and maintain an application. Whether crafting a simple tool or a complex system, the architecture selected lays the groundwork for everything that follows. The architecture chosen influences not only how software is built but also how it grows and runs over time. A misstep can result in sluggish performance, tangled codebases, and frustrated teams. On the other hand, the right choice can streamline development, support seamless scaling, and make maintenance easier. In this article, we explore the three key architectural styles: Monolith, Microservices, and Modular Monoliths. Each offers distinct approaches to structuring software, with unique benefits and challenges. We’ll also examine the strengths and weaknesses of each approach, from the ease of a monolith to the resilience of microservices and the balanced design of a modular monolith. We’ll look at scenarios where switching from one architecture to another makes sense, equipping us with practical insights for navigating these critical decisions.
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by "ByteByteGo" <bytebytego@substack.com> - 11:37 - 20 Mar 2025