Software Architecture & Design of Modern Large Scale Systems

Some of the things you will learn include:

• Identifying the technical requirements of the systems without missing any details

• Defining easy to use and robust APIs

• Applying modern Architectural Building Blocks & techniques for High Scalability, Availability, and Performance

• Following industry-proven Software Architecture Patterns & best practices

• Architecting highly scalable systems for massive internet traffic and Big Data Processing

• Thinking and making trade-offs like a true professional Software Architect

By the end of the course, you will have all the skills you need to take on an ambiguous and high-level requirement and go through all the stages of a system design, all the way to its final Software Architecture.

Although this course does not involve coding, it is a highly practical course that will give you the fundamental knowledge for building real-world systems.

All the techniques and patterns covered in the course are used by top software companies.

In addition to the video lectures, you will also find:

• Many resources, related to the topics covered in the course.

• Quizzes that will help you validate your progress and review the course material

• External links to relevant articles and videos to enhance your learning experience

This course is perfect for you if:

• You want to master Software Architecture, a topic that is not usually taught in colleges or coding bootcamps

• You want to become a Software Architect or a senior member of technical staff, such as a Senior / Principal Software Engineer or Technical Lead

• You are preparing for a System Design Interview and want to increase your chances for success, as well as stand out from the crowd of candidates

FAQ

Do I need to be a Software Architect to take this course?

Absolutely not! A Software Architect is just a title. In fact, many companies don't give this official title to anyone. Most Software Architecture and System Design is done by trusted engineers within the organization. To get this trust from your managers, you need to demonstrate a solid knowledge of Software Architecture and System Design. This is exactly what you will learn in this course.

What is the importance of Software Architecture, and why do I need to learn it?

Modern software development of large-scale systems is very complex. Typically it involves many months of work of multiple software engineers. Just like no one would attempt to build a skyscraper without a solid plan and architecture, it is inconceivable to take on a big software project without proper design and an approved Software Architecture. If the Software Architecture of a system is done poorly the project will likely fail. However, if the software architecture is done correctly, it can have an enormous positive impact on many lives and help your organization grow and thrive.

Is there any coding involved in the course?

No. Software Architecture is part of the design phase of a large-scale system. Coding is done only when the Software Architecture is finalized. It definitely takes a certain mental leap to realize that coding is only a small part of software engineering. And if the Software Architecture and the design is done correctly, the coding task and everything that comes after it can be very easy and straightforward. On the other hand, if the Software Architecture is not done correctly, the implementation phase can become a big challenge.

Should any Software Engineer aspire to become a Software Architect?

Yes and No. As you gain more experience you will be expected to do more Software Architecture and Design. A role of a Senior Software Engineer in most organizations requires Software Architecture skills, even if your role does not have the "Software Architect" in it. Additionally, even if you want to keep coding, your code will always have to take the overall Software Architecture into account. Otherwise it will not be as effective. However if you do decide to pursue the role of a Software Architect,  you will be rewarded with greater responsibly and impact, which generally comes with higher job satisfaction, job security and higher pay.