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JSON vs TOON: Which Format Works Better with Large Language Models?

AI/LLMArchitecture

Published: 2025-11-17

Comparison of JSON and TOON formats in the context of large language models and token efficiency.

Design Patterns for Multi-Tenant Applications in DDD Architecture

ArchitectureDesign Patterns

Published: 2025-10-06

Learn how to combine Domain-Driven Design with classic patterns like Repository, Strategy, and Decorator to build scalable multi-tenant applications with proper data isolation and clean architecture.

What is System Design and Why is it Critical?

Architecture

Published: 2025-09-17

Understanding the fundamentals of system design: key principles, components, and patterns for building scalable, reliable, and maintainable distributed systems.

Microservices in .NET: From Theory to Practice

Architecture.NET

Published: 2025-08-04

Explore the world of microservices in the .NET ecosystem - from basic concepts to advanced design patterns. Learn when to use microservices, best practices, and practical implementation strategies.

Dependency Injection and IoC in ASP.NET Core: A Professional Guide

.NETArchitecture

Published: 2025-07-29

Master Dependency Injection and Inversion of Control in ASP.NET Core. Learn best practices, lifecycle management, and common pitfalls to avoid for scalable .NET applications.

Circuit Breaker for LLM with Retry and Backoff – Anthropic API Example (TypeScript)

ArchitectureAI/LLMTypeScript

Published: 2025-07-15

Learn how to implement the Circuit Breaker pattern with retry and backoff strategies for Large Language Model APIs like Anthropic's Claude to handle rate limits and build resilient applications.

How to Use Marten in Multitenant Architecture? A Guide for .NET Developers

Architecture.NETProgramming

Published: 2025-07-09

Learn how to implement multitenancy in .NET applications using Marten - from row-level isolation to separate databases per tenant

Understanding Multi-Tenancy: What It Is and Why It Matters

Architecture

Published: 2025-07-01

Learn about multi-tenancy architectural patterns, why they matter for SaaS products, and the three main approaches to implementing data isolation for multiple clients.

Load Balancing: What It Is and Why You Need It

DevOpsArchitecture

Published: 2025-06-04

Learn about load balancing techniques, methods, and tools for distributing network traffic across multiple servers to improve performance and reliability.

Feature Toggles: Dynamic Feature Management in Modern Applications

Architecture

Published: 2025-05-26

Learn how feature toggles enable safe deployments, A/B testing, and runtime feature control. Comprehensive guide covering implementation patterns, best practices, and lifecycle management.

System Scalability Strategies: Horizontal vs. Vertical Scaling

ArchitectureDevOps

Published: 2025-05-20

An in-depth analysis of vertical and horizontal scaling approaches for modern systems, their advantages, disadvantages, and when to use each strategy.

Monolithic vs. Microservices Architecture

Architecture

Published: 2025-05-07

An overview of monolithic and microservices architectures, their characteristics, impact on deployment and scalabilityand when to choose each.

What is Software Architecture?

Architecture

Published: 2025-05-07

Understanding the high-level structure and design principles of software systems versus the detailed planning of individual components.

What is Clean Architecture?

Architecture

Published: 2025-03-28

An explanation of Clean Architecture, its layers, principlesand benefits.

Understanding Dependency Injection in C#

Architecture.NET

Published: 2024-03-12

Learn how Dependency Injection can improve your code structure, make your applications more testableand increase flexibility. A practical overview with C# examples.