Modern Web Application Architecture

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Modern Web Application Architecture Diagram

Components of Web Application Architecture

Web application architecture comprises several key components that

collaboratively create the structure and functionality of an application.

Let’s look into the primary ones:

1. Domain Name System

DNS serves as the internet’s address book, translating user-friendly domain names
into IP addresses that computers use to locate one another on the network.

Integrating DNS effectively into web application architecture ensures reliable and
efficient name resolution, contributing to a smooth user experience. A well-designed
web application recognizes the critical role of DNS in enhancing accessibility and
performance for its users.
2. Load Balancer
Within the intricate web of web app architecture, the Load Balancer emerges
as a crucial component, seamlessly orchestrating the distribution of incoming
network traffic to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

This is essential when managing tasks such as distributing traffic, scaling,

handling faults, maintaining sessions, checking health, and managing SSL.

Its integration empowers web applications to deliver consistent, reliable, and

high-performance experiences to users, regardless of fluctuating demands or
potential server challenges.
3. Web Application Servers
Web Application Servers are designed to handle the processing of
user requests, execute application logic, and interact with
databases to generate dynamic content.

Servers facilitate communication between the web browser and

the backend of the application. They send the generated content
back to the browser for display, allowing users to interact
seamlessly with the application.

Common examples of Web Application Servers include Apache

Tomcat, Nginx, and Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS).
4. Databases
Databases are the heart of web application architecture. They are
fundamental in managing and organizing data. They serve as repositories for
structured information, ensuring efficient storage, retrieval, and presentation
of data for web applications.

Whether executing queries, maintaining data integrity, or scaling to meet

evolving needs, databases are critical to the smooth functioning of modern
web applications.

Web developers often choose between relational databases like MySQL and
PostgreSQL, known for their structured data storage, and NoSQL databases
like MongoDB, offering flexibility for unstructured data.
5. Caching Service
The caching service`s primary function involves storing and facilitating swift
retrieval of frequently accessed data. When users request information from the
server, the results of these operations are cached, allowing subsequent requests
for the same data to be processed faster.

In essence, caching significantly enhances performance by referencing previous

results, which is particularly beneficial in scenarios where computations are slow
and likely to occur frequently.

The effectiveness of caching is particularly evident when dealing with

computationally intensive tasks, scenarios where repeated computations are
anticipated, and situations where the outcomes remain constant for specific
requests.
6. Job Queue (optional)
The job queue comprises two essential elements: the job queue itself and dedicated servers. In
this operational structure, servers are designated to process jobs listed in the queue. This
approach becomes particularly valuable for web servers handling an extensive volume of tasks
that may not be of immediate priority.

When a specific job requires fulfillment, it is directed to the job queue, where it patiently awaits
its turn to be processed based on a predetermined schedule.

This organized system allows web servers to efficiently manage a multitude of tasks, ensuring
that critical operations take precedence while less time-sensitive jobs are systematically
processed.

The Job Queue thus serves as a strategic mechanism for optimizing the allocation of server
resources, contributing to the overall efficiency and responsiveness of web server operations.
7. Full-Text Search Service (optional)
The ability to perform efficient text searches, often referred to as a “request,” allows users
to input queries, prompting the application to retrieve and present the most relevant
results.

Powering this technology is the Full-Text Search Service, a robust tool designed to sift
through extensive datasets and swiftly identify pertinent information.

This technology streamlines the search process, ensuring users receive accurate and
meaningful results based on their queries.
9. Data Warehouse
Modern applications hinge on effective data handling involving a streamlined
process. Data initially flows through a “firehose,” ensuring continuous streaming.
Subsequently, the collected raw, processed, and additional data resides in secure
and scalable cloud storage.

It is a pivotal step when the processed and additional data finds its place in a
Data Warehouse. This specialized online storage model becomes the centralized
hub, accommodating diverse file types and providing structured data for efficient
retrieval and analysis.

The Data Warehouse is a crucial element, contributing significantly to the

robustness and analytical capabilities of contemporary applications.
10. CDN
A Content Delivery Network, (CDN), simplifies the process of sharing HTML,
CSS, JavaScript, and image files. By spreading these files across servers
worldwide, a CDN ensures that people can access diverse content quickly and
efficiently.