What is System Design?
The process of planning the architecture, communication of parts and data flow of large and complex software systems.
Overview
An application is not just about writing code; How this application will handle millions of users, where the data will be stored, and how the system will survive if one part goes down requires a design. System design is drawing the blue plan of this huge structure.
How it works
Engineers; They make decisions such as database selection, server placement, security measures and speed optimization at this stage.
Where it is used
It is used in the initial stages of software development projects and when establishing scalable systems.
Commonly confused with
It is confused with coding; Coding is construction workmanship, system design is architectural project.
Frequently asked questions
Is it necessary for every project?
It may be simple for small projects, but it is vital in large systems.
Can it be changed?
Yes, but it is very costly and difficult to change the architecture as the system grows.
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