Intermediate~4h
Microservices in System DesignInterview Readiness Check
Service decomposition, inter-service communication, API gateways.
microservicesservice-meshapi-gatewaydecompositiondistributed
Learning path
Try a sample question
What is a microservice?
A.A service that processes requests in microseconds
B.A small, independently deployable service that owns a single business capability
C.A service with fewer than 1000 lines of code
D.A service that only handles microdata (small payloads)
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What this module tests
- Conceptual understanding of microservices fundamentals
- Trade-offs and design decisions in real system scenarios
- microservices and service-mesh — applied knowledge
- Interview-style reasoning and explanation quality
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10 questions · Dimension scoring · AI coach feedback · Shareable result
Test your knowledge — free →No credit card · Takes 10–15 min
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Microservices check test?
- The check covers service decomposition, inter-service communication, api gateways. Questions span beginner to advanced difficulty and test both conceptual understanding and practical trade-off reasoning.
- What keywords should I know for Microservices?
- Key concepts include: microservices, service-mesh, api-gateway, decomposition, distributed. These frequently appear in system design interviews at product and infrastructure companies.
- How many questions are in the check?
- Each check has 10 questions — a mix of MCQ and short-answer. You get scored by dimension (e.g., scalability, consistency) so you know exactly where to focus.
- How long does it take to study Microservices?
- Most engineers spend around 4 hours on this module. The check itself takes about 10–15 minutes. You can retake it up to 3 times per day.
- What prerequisite knowledge do I need before Microservices?
- Microservices builds on Load Balancing and Message Queues. Complete those first for the best results.
- Is microservices, service-mesh, api-gateway covered?
- Yes. The Microservices module covers microservices, service-mesh, api-gateway among other key concepts. The check includes questions that reflect real system design interview patterns.