11 July 2024, Kathmandu
The British College School of Computing (SoC) successfully held a session titled “Software Architectural Patterns” as part of its ongoing “Cutting Edge IT: Tech Talk Series.” This informative event catered to IT professionals and software developers seeking to enhance their design skills and stay updated on the latest architectural trends.
The session featured Mr. John B Park, a seasoned technology leader with over 30 years of experience in crafting innovative IT solutions. Mr. Park, formerly the Chief Architect at Capital Group and Head of Product Management at Google, shared his expertise on essential and emerging software architectural patterns.
Software Design Patterns for Modern Applications
The talk explored the concept of software architectural patterns, highlighting their role in influencing the overall system design beyond just offering reusable solutions to common problems. Mr. Park delved into the evolution of architectural practices, contrasting monolithic structures with modern approaches like client-server and n-tier architectures. He emphasized the importance of understanding the high-level structure, major components, and guiding principles for designing effective software systems.
Key Considerations for Front-End, Middle-Tier, and Database Architecture
The session addressed various architectural considerations for front-end development, including rendering techniques, application approaches (single-page vs. multi-page applications), and architectural styles like monolithic, micro-frontends, and JAMstack. Mr. Park offered a clear analysis of each method’s advantages, disadvantages, and ideal use cases, empowering developers to make informed choices based on project requirements.
Exploring Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Microservices, and Event-Driven Architecture (EDA)
The talk further compared service-oriented architecture (SOA) with microservices, highlighting the differences in communication, data management, business focus, scalability, and complexity. Mr. Park also explored the integration of event-driven architecture (EDA) with microservices, explaining its benefits in terms of loose coupling, fault tolerance, and scalability.
Choosing the Right Database Model for Your Needs
The session provided insights into various database models, including relational databases and NoSQL databases (key-value, document, column, graph). Mr. Park explained the specific use cases for each model, such as caching, content management, and real-time analytics. This comprehensive overview equipped participants with the knowledge to select the most appropriate database model for their software projects.
Tech Talk on Software Architectural Patterns
Overall, the Tech Talk on Software Architectural Patterns offered valuable insights into designing scalable, maintainable, and efficient software systems. The event proved to be a successful platform for knowledge sharing and networking for IT professionals in Kathmandu. ICT Policy expert and General Secretary of Federation of Computer Association Nepal Chiranjibi Adhikari, Marketing Head of The British College Amardeep Mandal, and Santosh Sharma were also present.
