: Sketch the core components (Client -> Load Balancer -> API -> DB) and explain the data flow for both reads and writes.
For those aiming for software engineering roles at top-tier tech companies, by Stanley Chiang is widely considered an essential guide. Published in 2022, this updated resource provides a structured roadmap for tackling some of the most complex architectural challenges encountered during high-stakes interviews. Overview of "Hacking the System Design Interview" : Sketch the core components (Client -> Load