Database Sharding - Strategies for Horizontal Data PartitioningWelcome back to our System Design Series! Today, we're diving deep into a crucial technique for scaling databases - sharding. As applications grow and data volumes explode, a single database instance Jun 28, 2026·8 min read
PACELC Theorem - The Evolution of CAP for Modern Distributed SystemsIn the world of distributed systems, scalability, availability, and consistency are paramount. For years, the CAP theorem provided a foundational understanding of the trade-offs involved. However, as Apr 6, 2026·8 min read
CAP Theorem: Mastering the Two-of-Three Tradeoff in Distributed SystemsIn the realm of distributed systems, the CAP Theorem is a fundamental principle that every system designer must understand. It states that a distributed data store cannot simultaneously guarantee ConsMar 8, 2026·8 min read
Latency vs. Throughput - Shifting Your System Design MindsetIn the world of system design, performance is paramount. But what exactly constitutes "performance"? Too often, discussions around system speed and efficiency get bogged down in a shallow understandinFeb 23, 2026·7 min read
The Scalability Dilemma : Vertical vs. Horizontal ScalingWelcome back to our System Design Series. If you’ve ever built an application that started small but suddenly gained a surge of traffic, you’ve likely faced the "Scaling Wall." Your server is gasping for air, latency is spiking, and your users are se...Feb 11, 2026·4 min read
System Design - Beyond the CodeWhy System Design is the Definitive Mindset Shift In the early stages of a software engineering career, the world is defined by the IDE. Success is measured by the elegance of a function, the efficiency of an algorithm, or the passing of a local unit...Jan 14, 2026·4 min read
Navigating Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies (RAID) in System DesignIn the world of system design, a solid blueprint is paramount. But even the most meticulously crafted plans can encounter unforeseen turbulences. This is where the RAID framework comes in as a crucial tool for navigating the inherent uncertainties of...Nov 26, 2025·6 min read
