Software Architecture & Design of Modern Large Scale Systems

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A cheap price means nothing if the material is thin — here the syllabus is organized around usable outcomes. Michael Pogrebinsky and Top Developer Academy LLC walk you through software Architecture of large scale systems, capable of handling millions of requests/day, design highly scalable, highly available and performant software systems, and apply industry proven software architectural patterns, building blocks and best practices — skills meant to be used, not just watched. It has already been taken by 136,576 students and holds a 4.7-star average from verified reviews, which suggests the content holds up once learners actually apply it.

Check the prerequisites before you commit: Basic knowledge of programming and software engineering. Best suited to learners who already have footing in Development. Plan for roughly 8h of on-demand video at your own pace. Lessons are delivered in English.