A pragmatic guide to choosing the right backend infrastructure for your startup.
The debate between monolithic and microservices architectures continues to evolve. In 2025, the trend is moving towards 'Modular Monoliths' as a middle ground.
### When to stick with a Monolith
- Small team (less than 10 developers)
- Rapid prototyping
- Low complexity
### When to move to Microservices
- Large team scaling independently
- High availability requirements
- Diverse tech stack requirements
### When to stick with a Monolith
- Small team (less than 10 developers)
- Rapid prototyping
- Low complexity
### When to move to Microservices
- Large team scaling independently
- High availability requirements
- Diverse tech stack requirements