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What is Microservice Architecture (MSA)

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The Software Principles of Design for Data Modeling
A software architectural style that structures an application as a collection of loosely coupled services, each running in its own process and communicating with other services through lightweight mechanisms such as HTTP APIs. Microservices allow for greater flexibility, scalability, and resilience compared to traditional monolithic architectures.
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The Art of Breaking Down: Mastering Microservice Architecture and Data Modeling Strategy
Tapan Kumar Behera (Department of Technology Management, Forrester Research, USA)
Copyright: © 2023 |Pages: 16
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-9809-5.ch006
Abstract
Microservice architecture (MSA) is a popular software architecture style for developing scalable and resilient applications. However, designing data models for MSA presents unique challenges that require careful consideration. This chapter explores the relationship between MSA and data modeling and provides insights into best practices for designing data models that are optimized for MSA. It defines MSA and its key principles, examines the implications of MSA on data modeling, and discusses strategies for designing data models that are modular, decoupled, and flexible. The chapter also presents several case studies of organizations that have implemented MSA and data modeling strategies and discusses future trends in MSA and data modeling strategy, including the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate data modeling. By following the best practices outlined in this chapter, organizations can realize the benefits of MSA while ensuring data consistency, scalability, and maintainability.
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