Quote:Enhance your system design skills to build scalable and efficient systems by working through real-world case studies and expert strategies to excel in interviews

🌞 Key Features
Comprehensive coverage of distributed systems concepts and practical system design techniques.
Insider tips and proven strategies from engineering leaders at top tech companies.
Detailed case studies of widely used applications and their system architectures.

🌞 Book Description
Building scalable software systems is more critical than ever. Yet, many software professionals struggle to navigate the complexities of system design, especially when aiming for positions at top tech companies. Written by Dhirendra Sinha, a seasoned Engineering Leader at Google with a blend of experience working at large companies such as Cisco, Oracle, and Yahoo, and Tejas Chopra, a Senior Software Engineer at Netflix, a TEDx speaker, and a Co-Founder of GoEB1, this comprehensive and authoritative resource on system design offers invaluable insights and strategies to help you excel in interviews with all major tech companies.

This guide covers the basics of system design, including the principles and techniques of distributed systems, and delves into core building blocks such as distributed system theorems, attributes, and the design and implementation of system components. Following examples of popular applications such as Uber, Twitter, Instagram, Google Docs, and Netflix, you'll learn how to apply concepts to real-world scenarios. The book offers expert advice and strategies for preparing and acing system design interviews, along with a mind map/cheat sheet summarizing the key takeaways.

By the end of this book, you'll be equipped with unique techniques and the confidence to solve any coding interview question.

🌞 What you will learn
Design for scalability and efficiency with expert insights
Apply distributed system theorems and attributes
Implement DNS, databases, caches, queues, and APIs
Analyze case studies of real-world systems
Discover tips to excel in system design interviews with confidence
Apply industry-standard methodologies for system design and evaluation
Explore the architecture and operation of cloud-based systems

🌞 Who this book is for
This book is a must-have resource for experienced software professionals, particularly those with 5-15 years of experience in building scalable distributed systems, web applications, and backend microservices. Whether you're a seasoned developer or an architect looking to deepen your expertise in system design, this book provides the insights and practical knowledge you need to excel in tech interviews and advance your career. A solid foundation in distributed systems, data structures/algorithms, and web development will help you get the most out of this comprehensive guide.