sandeepc.hashnode.devThe Scalability Dilemma : Vertical vs. Horizontal ScalingWelcome back to our System Design Series. If you’ve ever built an application that started small but suddenly gained a surge of traffic, you’ve likely faced the "Scaling Wall." Your server is gasping for air, latency is spiking, and your users are se...Feb 11·4 min read
sandeepc.hashnode.devSystem Design - Beyond the CodeWhy System Design is the Definitive Mindset Shift In the early stages of a software engineering career, the world is defined by the IDE. Success is measured by the elegance of a function, the efficiency of an algorithm, or the passing of a local unit...Jan 14·4 min read
sandeepc.hashnode.devNavigating Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies (RAID) in System DesignIn the world of system design, a solid blueprint is paramount. But even the most meticulously crafted plans can encounter unforeseen turbulences. This is where the RAID framework comes in as a crucial tool for navigating the inherent uncertainties of...Nov 26, 2025·6 min read
sandeepc.hashnode.devDefining Non Functional Requirements a.k.a NFRs in System DesignIntroduction In the intricate world of system design, while functional requirements dictate what a system does, Non Functional Requirements define how well it does it. NFRs are crucial for building robust, scalable, and user friendly systems, yet the...Nov 6, 2025·6 min read
sandeepc.hashnode.devBlue-Green Deployments: Architecture, Strategy, and Real-World ApplicationsIn today's fast-paced DevOps world, ensuring that software deployments are smooth, reliable, and low-risk is critical. Blue-green deployment is a powerful technique designed to eliminate downtime and reduce risk during application rollouts. While the...Oct 7, 2025·4 min read
