Monolith
Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30
CORE DEFINITION
Refers to an architecture where all functional modules are packaged into a single independent unit. The advantage is simple development and easy debugging; the disadvantage is that as the scale grows, the code becomes extremely complex, difficult to change, and poor in scalability.
SCAFFOLDING EFFECT
Reduce cognitive load
Understand the stages of development. In the early stage of a startup, Monolith is the best choice (fast to run); in the mature stage, it is a hindrance (cannot move). Do not over-pursue microservices early on, nor stubbornly stick to a monolith in the late stage.
Anchor fast decisions
All functions are in the same process/codebase, with local calls, transactional consistency, and simple deployment; the cost is high coupling, any change requires overall redeployment, and as the scale grows, complexity increases sharply and iteration slows down.
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