5 Layers of Software Development
5 Layers of Software Development
UI (User Interface) Layer This is the user's interaction point with the software.
Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Tailwind, ReactJS
Purpose: Crafting an intuitive and engaging user experience.
API (Application Programming Interface) Layer Defines how different software components should interact.
Technologies: REST, GraphQL, SOAP, NodeJS, Postman
Purpose: Facilitating communication between the UI and the backend systems.
Logic (Business Logic) Layer Contains the core functionalities and business rules of the application.
Technologies: Python, Java, Spring, C#, .NET
Purpose: Implementing the logic that drives the application’s functionality.
DB (Database) Layer Stores and manages the application’s data.
Technologies: MySQL, Postgres, MongoDB, SQLite, CouchDB
Purpose: Ensuring data is stored securely and can be efficiently retrieved and manipulated.
Hosting (Infrastructure) Layer Encompasses the infrastructure where the software runs.
Technologies: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Docker, Kubernetes
Purpose: Providing a reliable and scalable environment for the application to operate.
By understanding and properly implementing these layers, teams can build robust, scalable, and maintainable software systems.
FYI: technologies will vary depending on the tech stack.
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