InterviewDigestTechnical2026-08-13
Alternatives to REST apis
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Compare and contrast REST with alternative communication patterns such as GraphQL, gRPC, and WebSockets in the context of a high-traffic microservices architecture. Explain the specific trade-offs each protocol offers regarding payload efficiency, schema enforcement, and real-time data streaming, and identify a scenario where each would be the superior architectural choice.
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