Microservices vs Monolith: Architecture Decision Framework

9/18/2025

Architecture decisions impact long-term success. Make the right choice for your context.

## Monolith Advantages - Simpler deployment - Easier debugging - Lower operational overhead - Better for small teams

## Microservices Advantages - Independent scaling - Technology diversity - Team autonomy - Fault isolation

## Decision Factors - Team size and expertise - Scaling requirements - Development velocity needs - Operational maturity

## Recommendation Start with modular monolith, evolve to microservices when clear boundaries and need emerge.

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