api-gateway

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The 'API Gateway' is a service in computer systems that works like a manager. It takes requests made by the users and decides how and where to direct them in the system. It has control over security and controlling how people access the system, much like a gatekeeper.

Examples in Different Contexts

In microservices architecture, an 'API gateway' acts as the single entry point for all client requests, directing them to the appropriate microservices. A solution architect might explain, 'The API gateway simplifies our system's architecture by aggregating requests and providing a unified interface for our clients.'

Practice Scenarios

Academics

Scenario:

Microservices are becoming increasingly popular in large-scale software systems. We need to delve deeper into the role and performance of an API Gateway in microservice architecture.

Response:

Let's start researching various API Gateway models and their performance in different high-load scenarios in the context of microservices.

Tech

Scenario:

Our system is experiencing high amounts of traffic and the server is frequently getting overloaded. Let's discuss improving our infrastructure.

Response:

We should consider implementing an API Gateway to manage user requests and regulate the server load efficiently.