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Systems Architect: The Blueprint of Logic

"A skyscraper isn't built by stacking bricks at random. It requires a blueprint that accounts for gravity, wind, and human behavior. Software is no different."

The Architect's Query

Dear Marilyn,I'm overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices in modern system design. Microservices or monoliths? SQL or NoSQL? Event-driven or REST? Everyone has an opinion, but nobody seems to have a consistent logic. How do I choose the right architecture without guessing?

Marilyn's Reply

Choice paralysis is the enemy of good design. The mistake is thinking these are just "preferences." They are tools, and every tool has a specific purpose.

A Systems Architect doesn't guess; they analyze trade-offs. We will explore Agentic AI patterns, Platform Engineering, and Green Computing not as buzzwords, but as logical solutions to specific constraints.

Agentic AI - Autonomous agents planning and executing complex workflows

Module 1: Agentic AI Patterns

Moving beyond simple chatbots to autonomous agents that can plan, reason, and execute complex workflows.

Platform Engineering - Building internal developer platforms

Module 2: Platform Engineering

Building the "Internal Developer Platform" (IDP) to reduce cognitive load and standardize deployments.

Green Computing - Energy efficient architecture design

Module 3: Green Computing

Optimizing architecture not just for speed, but for energy efficiency and carbon footprint reduction.

Architect's Toolkit

  • Trade-off Analysis
  • Scalability Patterns
  • Security by Design