Monolithic Architecture
Monolithic architecture is a traditional software design pattern where an application is built as a single, unified unit with tightly coupled components. All functionalities, such as the user interface, business logic, and data access layers, are combined into one codebase and deployed together. This approach simplifies development and deployment initially but can become complex and difficult to scale as the application grows.
Developers should consider monolithic architecture for small to medium-sized projects, prototypes, or when rapid development and simplicity are priorities, as it reduces initial complexity and overhead. It is suitable for applications with predictable, low-to-moderate traffic and when the team is small, as it allows for easier debugging and testing in a unified environment. However, it may not be ideal for large-scale, distributed systems requiring high scalability and independent deployment of components.