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What approach did Mr. Mosquera take to ensure the scalability of the payment system's database?
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To ensure the scalability of the payment system's database, Mr. Mosquera implemented several key strategies. He designed the database schema with scalability in mind, using appropriate indexing and partitioning techniques to optimize query performance as data volume grew. John implemented a caching layer using Redis to reduce direct database queries for frequently accessed data. He also set up database replication for read operations, distributing the query load across multiple database instances. For write-heavy operations, he implemented a sharding strategy, allowing data to be distributed across multiple database servers. Additionally, John set up automated monitoring and alerting for database performance metrics, enabling proactive scaling decisions based on usage patterns and growth trends. Mr. Mosquera ensured database scalability through optimized schema design, strategic indexing and partitioning, implementation of caching and read replicas, data sharding for write operations, and proactive monitoring, creating a robust foundation for handling increasing data volumes efficiently.