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Designing Scalable Solutions: Building a URL Shortener Like bit.ly and TinyURL

Designing Scalable Solutions: Building a URL Shortener Like bit.ly and TinyURL

Update: 2024-08-29
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Dive into the world of system design as we explore the intricacies of building a scalable URL shortener service like bit.ly and TinyURL.



In this episode, we explore:



  • The core components of a URL shortener and the fascinating process of generating short links

  • Cutting-edge scalability strategies to handle millions of requests efficiently

  • Real-world comparisons with popular services and essential best practices for robust system design



Tune in for expert insights on designing robust, scalable systems that can handle millions of requests. Plus, discover the surprising number of unique URLs a 7-character system can generate!



Want to dive deeper into this topic? Check out our blog post here: Read more



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Designing Scalable Solutions: Building a URL Shortener Like bit.ly and TinyURL

Designing Scalable Solutions: Building a URL Shortener Like bit.ly and TinyURL

Fatih Yavuz