<aside> <img src="/icons/server_gray.svg" alt="/icons/server_gray.svg" width="40px" /> Microservices are an architectural and organizational approach to software development where software is composed of small independent services that communicate over well-defined APIs. These services are owned by small, self-contained teams.

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Advantages of Microservices

• Scalability — Services can be scaled independently based on demand
• Flexibility — Microservices can use different technologies and can be managed by different teams
• Resilience — Isolation reduces the risk of system-wide failures
• Faster Deployments and Updates — Independent deployment and updates allow for agility and reduced deployment risk

Challenges of Microservices

• Complexity — Managing multiple services involves inter-service communication, data consistency, and distributed system testing
• Data Management — Each microservice can have its own database, leading to data consistency challenges
• Network Latency — Increased inter-service communication can result in network latency and slower response times
• Security — The distributed nature of microservices increases the attack surface requiring robust security measures