Server-Side Aggregation
Server-Side Aggregation is a data processing technique where data is aggregated, summarized, or computed on the server before being sent to the client, rather than transferring raw data for client-side processing. It is commonly used in web applications, APIs, and database queries to reduce network payload, improve performance, and offload computational work from client devices. This approach is essential for handling large datasets efficiently in distributed systems.
Developers should use Server-Side Aggregation when building applications that involve large volumes of data, such as analytics dashboards, reporting tools, or real-time monitoring systems, to minimize latency and bandwidth usage. It is particularly valuable in scenarios where clients have limited resources (e.g., mobile devices) or when data needs to be pre-processed for security or consistency, such as in database queries with GROUP BY clauses or API endpoints that return summarized results.