What are System Design Interviews?
What are Systems Design Interviews? In this types of interview you will be asked to design a system on a whiteboard. This can also be done with pencil and paper or with a digital whiteboarding tool. The interviewer will give you a high-level description of the problem and then ask you to walk them through your solution. Here you are required demonstrate your understanding of system design concepts. As an architect, you will be responsible for the design of complex systems. To do this effectively, you need to understand the fundamental system design concepts. Key Concepts This section will introduce you to some of the critical concepts that you need to know. Availability - The system must be available when needed. This means that the system must be able to handle requests even if there is a high load. Reliability - A reliable system can consistently provide the required service. To achieve reliability, you must design for availability and manage failures effectively. Performanc...