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Designing a Service Like Instagram

In the era of social media, photo-sharing platforms have taken the world by storm, and Instagram stands out as one of the most popular and influential services. With over a billion active users, Instagram has revolutionized the way people capture, share, and engage with visual content.

Designing a service similar to Instagram presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. It requires a robust and scalable architecture that can handle the immense volume of user-generated content while providing a seamless and engaging user experience. In this chapter, we will explore the system design of an Instagram-like service, delving into the key components, design decisions, and best practices involved in building ...

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