{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Backend Interview Crashcasts","title":"Designing Scalable Solutions: Building a URL Shortener Like bit.ly and TinyURL","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/13f97c72\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":568,"description":"Dive into the world of system design as we explore the intricacies of building a scalable URL shortener service like bit.ly and TinyURL.\n\nIn this episode, we explore:\n\nThe core components of a URL shortener and the fascinating process of generating short links\nCutting-edge scalability strategies to handle millions of requests efficiently\nReal-world comparisons with popular services and essential best practices for robust system design\n\n\nTune in for expert insights on designing robust, scalable systems that can handle millions of requests. Plus, discover the surprising number of unique URLs a 7-character system can generate!\n\nWant to dive deeper into this topic? Check out our blog post here: Read more","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/LToqc_kBbpkFzorh9zBW0NZ8m0EH-Gf8hf1RtGCOWfM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82MDI4/M2M0YjRlZjZmMjRj/OGU5NWQwZTkyZWFi/M2I2MC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}