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Scalability

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Horizontal Scaling

Horizontal Scaling (also known as scaling out) is the process of increasing (or decreasing) the number of instances of a particular resource in a resource pool.

Vertical Scaling

Vertical Scaling (also known as scaling up) is the process of increasing the power of one particular resource in a resource pool.

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  • Back-end developers deal with the hidden processes that run behind the scenes, building APIs and databases that power the front-end.
    • Includes 41 Courses
    • With Professional Certification
    • Beginner Friendly.
      105 hours