.NET Core Microservices - Microservices Architecture

The video tutorial explains the differences between microservices and monolithic architectures. Microservices are loosely coupled, independently deployable services that can use different technologies and communicate via REST APIs or message brokers. In contrast, monolithic applications are tightly coupled, with all components and data centralized in one application, making them easier to debug but harder to scale. The tutorial highlights the advantages and challenges of each architecture, emphasizing the flexibility and scalability of microservices.

What is a key characteristic of microservices that differentiates them from monolithic applications?

• They share a central database.

• They use a single technology stack.

• They are independently deployable.

• They are tightly coupled.

How do microservices typically communicate with each other?

• Through a single application interface.

• Through direct database access.

• Via REST API calls or message brokers.

• Using shared memory.

What is a major advantage of a monolithic application?

• Easier to scale individual components.

• Flexibility in technology stack.

• Centralized data management.

• Independent deployment of services.

What challenge does a monolithic application face as it grows?

• Lack of centralized data.

• Increased tight dependencies.

• Inability to use multiple programming languages.

• Difficulty in debugging.

In a microservices architecture, what allows for easier scaling of components?

• Shared databases among services.

• Single programming language usage.

• Centralized codebase.

• Independent databases and services.