Backend services development
In this section, we will delve into the backbone of modern applications – backend services. The backend acts as the powerhouse behind the scenes, translating complex business processes into executable actions, and managing technical operations, data flow, and interactions that are crucial for the functionality of an application.
Backend services encompass the server-side technology components of a software application, all of which are responsible for handling the logic, data storage, and server-side functions required to support the application’s frontend or user interface.
In Chapter 3, in the Software architecture 101 section, we introduced some of the most prevalent modern architectural patterns. In this chapter, we will focus exclusively on the microservices architecture. This architecture has rapidly gained popularity within the tech industry due to its flexibility, scalability, and efficiency, making it a preferred choice among...