Publisher's Synopsis
Building Scalable Systems: A Full Stack Developer's Approach to Web Applications is the definitive guide for engineers, architects, and ambitious developers who want to build modern web applications that scale-without sacrificing performance, reliability, or user experience.
In this practical, no-fluff guide, veteran full stack developer [Author Name] takes you beyond tutorials and quick fixes. You'll learn how to architect, develop, and deploy real-world applications that can handle millions of users and massive data loads. Whether you're a solo founder or part of a growing engineering team, this book equips you with the patterns, tools, and mindset needed to thrive at scale.
What You'll Learn:
Proven backend and frontend architectures for scalability
Database design and data modeling for high-volume systems
Caching, message queues, and microservices best practices
Load balancing, CDNs, and global distribution strategies
Monitoring, logging, and observability from day one
Deployment pipelines with CI/CD and containerization
Real-world case studies from startups to hyperscalers
Why This Book?
Unlike other books that treat scalability as an afterthought, Building Scalable Systems is written from the ground up with scale in mind. Every chapter bridges the gap between development and operations-making it a must-read for any serious full stack developer aiming to build systems that last.
