Design Microservices Architecture with Patterns and Principles - Why Should We Use API Gateway?

The video discusses the importance of using API Gateway in microservices architecture. It highlights challenges faced by client applications in managing communications, handling complex client code, and dealing with strong coupling. The video also covers cross-cutting concerns, protocol exchanges, asynchronous communication requirements, and the need for payload optimization. API Gateway helps centralize these tasks, reducing complexity and improving efficiency.

What are cross-cutting concerns in microservices, and why should they be centralized?

Discuss the challenges of asynchronous communication in client applications when using microservices.