Designing a data-intensive application involves several considerations and components to ensure it can handle large volumes of data efficiently, process it accurately, and scale as needed. Here is a high-level overview of the key aspects and steps involved in designing such an application:
- Data Volume: Estimate the amount of data the application will need to handle.
- Data Velocity: Determine the speed at which data will be ingested and processed.
- Data Variety: Identify the types of data (structured, semi-structured, unstructured).
- Use Cases: Clarify the main functionalities and use cases (e.g., real-time analytics, batch processing).