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Learn what an API Gateway is in microservices, how request flow works, where it fits, key responsibilities, examples, mistakes, and best practices.

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Learn what microservices are, how they differ from monolithic applications, and when this architecture is—or is not—the right choice.

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Compare microservices vs monolithic architecture with key differences, pros, cons, examples, and when to use each approach.

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Learn 15 microservices architecture components, including APIs, gateways, service discovery, data ownership, messaging, security, observability, and CI/CD.

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Learn how to read microservices architecture diagrams, including API gateways, service-owned data, synchronous calls, events, and e-commerce examples.