Introduction to Software Architecture & System Design
This level serves as an introduction to the fundamental concepts of software architecture and system design, aimed at developers transitioning to senior engineering roles.
Learning Objectives
To understand the basics of software architecture, distributed systems, and scaling, preparing for more advanced topics in system design.
Chapters
Learn about the process and importance of conducting architecture reviews.
Goal:Understand the basics of conducting an architecture review.
An introduction to architecture reviews and their significance.
Learn the purpose of conducting architecture reviews.
Understand the process involved in conducting architecture reviews.
Identify the stakeholders involved in architecture reviews.
Explore tools that facilitate architecture reviews.
Learn about techniques commonly used in architecture reviews.
Understand how to document the findings of architecture reviews.
Examine examples of real-world architecture reviews.
Learn the basic principles of software architecture and why it is important in system design.
Goal:Grasp the fundamental concepts of software architecture.
An overview of what software architecture entails and its significance.
Learn about the key characteristics that define a good software architecture.
Understand different architectural patterns, such as Layered, Client-Server, and Microservices.
Explore the responsibilities and skills required to be a software architect.
Learn the importance of documentation in software architecture and how to effectively document architecture.
An introduction to design patterns commonly used in software architecture.
Learn how to evaluate software architecture for effectiveness and efficiency.
Explore tools and software used for designing and documenting architecture.
An introduction to distributed systems and how they play a critical role in modern software architecture.
Goal:Understand the basics of distributed systems.
Learn what distributed systems are and their significance.
Explore the key components that make up distributed systems.
Understand different types of distributed systems such as client-server, peer-to-peer, etc.
Learn about the common challenges faced in distributed systems.
Understand the CAP theorem and its implications on distributed systems design.
Explore how communication occurs in distributed systems.
Learn about security considerations in distributed systems.
Examine real-world examples of distributed systems.
Learn the fundamentals of scaling in software systems, including why and how to scale.
Goal:Understand the basic principles of scaling software systems.
An introduction to the concept of scaling in software systems.
Learn the differences between vertical and horizontal scaling.
Understand the indicators that suggest when scaling is necessary.
Explore common challenges encountered while scaling systems.
Learn about different strategies for scaling systems effectively.
Explore how scaling impacts system performance.
Understand the cost implications of scaling systems.
Examine real-world examples of scaled systems.
Gain an understanding of microservices architecture and its benefits.
Goal:Learn the basics of microservices architecture.
An introduction to microservices and their architecture.
Compare monolithic and microservices architectures.
Learn about the benefits of using microservices.
Explore the challenges faced when implementing microservices.
Understand how microservices communicate with each other.
Explore common design patterns used in microservices.
Learn about the deployment strategies for microservices.
Examine real-world examples of microservices architecture.
Learn the basics of monorepos and their role in software development.
Goal:Understand the concept and benefits of using monorepos.
An introduction to monorepos and their uses in development.
Learn about the benefits of using a monorepo in development.
Explore the challenges associated with monorepos.
Compare monorepos with polyrepos to understand differences.
Understand how version control is managed in monorepos.
Explore tools that facilitate monorepo management.
Learn best practices for working with monorepos.
Examine real-world examples of monorepos.
Summarize what has been learned and explore future learning pathways in software architecture and system design.
Goal:Reinforce knowledge gained and identify future learning paths.
A review of the key concepts covered in this level.
Test your understanding of the topics covered with a quiz.
Explore resources for continuing education in software architecture and system design.
Learn how to network with professionals in software architecture.
Learn how to set achievable future goals in your career path.
Identify intermediate topics to pursue in software architecture.
Explore ways to apply knowledge gained in real-world scenarios.
Learn the importance of continuous improvement in software engineering.
Realtime audio conversation for interactive session.
Interactive realtime chat session.
Live whiteboard explanation and collaboration.
Real-time wide variety of examples.
Continuous assessment and feedback.
Progress monitoring and record progress journey.
Broadcast session with larger audience for free.
Attend audience queries and provide responses.