A Comparison Between Three Main Software Architectures: Microservices, Monolith and Modular Monolith

This paper provides a comparative analysis of three main software architectures: Monolith, Microservices, and Modular Monolith. As software applications demand increased scalability, flexibility, and maintainability, each architecture presents distinct benefits and challenges. Monolithic architectures offer simplicity and high performance for smaller applications but face scalability constraints. Microservices provide modularity and independent scalability suited for large, distributed systems, though they add complexity in data management and inter-service communication. The Modular Monolith architecture strikes a balance, offering modularization within a single deployable unit and reducing infrastructure complexity compared to Microservices. Through this comparative review, the paper highlights the strengths, limitations, and suitability of each architecture, aiming to guide developers in making architecture choices aligned with their project requirements and organizational goals.

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Microservices ، monolith ، modular monolith ، software architecture