Draw a bird’s-eye view of the system. Include the client, load balancer, web servers, and databases.
Use platforms like Pramp or practice with a peer.
I can provide a or technical breakdown based on your needs.
Mastering the difference between vertical scaling and horizontal scaling (sharding).
When to use Read-through, Write-through, or Cache-aside patterns.
Understanding Layer 4 vs. Layer 7 load balancers.
Don't just look at the diagrams; redraw them from memory using tools like Excalidraw.
This is where you shine. Discuss specific components like cache eviction policies, database sharding, or message queues.
