In this episode, we dive deep into the art of transforming setbacks into powerful stepping stones. We all face moments when things don’t go as planned, but these experiences can actually be the most valuable lessons on our path. Join us as we explore real-life stories of resilience, practical tips for shifting your perspective, and strategies for bouncing back stronger after a setback. Whether it’s a career roadblock, a personal challenge, or a failed project, this episode will give you the insights to turn any obstacle into an opportunity for growth. Tune in to learn how to harness the hidden power of setbacks and use them as fuel to propel you forward!

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00:00:00 Intro
00:02:11 Let’s Begin
00:02:42 System Design Interview Tips
00:07:38 Structuring an Interview Response
00:08:35 Requirements Clarification
00:10:04 Functional Requirements
00:10:22 Non-Functional Requirements
00:10:48 Extended Requirements
00:11:32 Estimation and Constraints
00:12:38 Designing the Data Model
00:16:25 API Design Overview
00:18:46 High-Level Component Design
00:23:07 Identifying and Resolving Bottlenecks
00:26:24 Case Study Part 1 – URL Shortener Overview
00:29:16 What is a URL Shortener?
00:30:00 Why Do We Need a URL Shortener?
00:31:53 Requirements for a URL Shortener
00:33:44 Estimations & Constraints Analysis
00:34:26 Traffic Handling
00:37:20 Bandwidth Considerations
00:39:08 Storage Requirements
00:41:57 Caching Mechanisms
00:44:41 High-Level Estimation Techniques
00:45:52 Data Modeling
00:47:10 Choosing a Database