Why You Need an API Gateway in Microservices?

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Microservices sound simple… until your frontend needs to talk to 10 different backend services. In this video, we break down the API Gateway pattern using a real-world e-commerce example. You’ll learn what an API Gateway is, how it routes requests, when you should use it, and when you absolutely should not. We also cover: How API Gateway decides which service to call Common mistakes and risks (single point of failure, mini-monoliths) Best practices to keep your gateway clean and scalable Real decision rules used in production systems If you’re learning microservices architecture, preparing for system design interviews, or building real-world distributed systems, this video is for you. 👉 Like, share, and subscribe for more microservices patterns explained with clarity and real examples. #Microservices #APIGateway #SystemDesign #SoftwareArchitecture #BackendEngineering #DistributedSystems #TechYouTube #Programming #CloudArchitecture #DevCommunity #azure