Microservices vs Monoliths: Making the Right Choice

The architecture debate continues. Both approaches have merits — the right choice depends on your context, team, and growth stage.

Monolith Advantages

• Simpler deployment
• Easier debugging
• Lower operational overhead

Microservice Advantages

• Independent scaling
• Technology diversity
• Team autonomy

Start with a well-structured monolith. Extract services only when you have a clear reason to.