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Software Architecture Patterns

Software Architecture Patterns

Monolithic vs Microservices Architecture

Monolithic Architecture

Microservices Architecture

Packages the entire application into one single unit.Breaks the application into smaller, independent services.
The UI, business logic, and database access are tightly connected.Each service usually handles one specific business capability.
Components are interconnected and interdependent.Services communicate with each other using simple APIs.
Updating or scaling one component usually requires redeploying or scaling the entire application.Each service can be deployed and scaled independently.
Simpler to develop and manage for smaller applications.Offers greater flexibility and allows different technologies to be used for different services.
Less operational complexity.Requires additional coordination and careful management of communication between services.

MVC, Layered, and Event-Driven Patterns

Architecture Pattern

Description

MVC (Model-View-Controller)Separates an application into three components: Model (application data), View (user interface), and Controller (handles user input, updates the model, and refreshes the view).
Layered ArchitectureOrganizes an application into separate layers, such as presentation, business logic, and data access, with each layer responsible for a specific function.
Event-Driven ArchitectureThe application's flow is determined by events, which can be triggered by user actions, sensor outputs, or messages from other applications or services.