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Scalability

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Scalability refers to the ability of a system to handle growth and increased workload without sacrificing performance.

What is Scalability?

Scalability is the capability of a system to grow and manage increased demand without hindering its performance.

Why Does it Matter?

For startups, scalability is vital as it ensures your product can handle growth, maintain user experience, and adapt to changing needs.

Examples

  • Adding more servers to accommodate a larger user base
  • Optimizing code to handle increased traffic efficiently

Related Concepts

Elasticity: The ability to automatically adjust resources based on demand. Distributing incoming traffic across multiple servers to prevent overload.

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