Practice - Performance Optimization Techniques
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Practice Questions
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What is indexing?
💡 Hint: Think about the fastest way to find a book in a library.
Name a tool used for caching.
💡 Hint: Consider what tool might keep your frequent searches ready for you.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary purpose of indexing?
💡 Hint: Think about how an index helps find something in a book quickly.
Caching only stores recent data.
💡 Hint: Consider what you keep in a pantry for easy reach.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a database with a large user table, design a theoretical indexing strategy that optimizes both read and write operations. Explain your thought process.
💡 Hint: Consider how to balance speed for reads and writes rather than focusing exclusively on one.
Discuss how to manage cache invalidation effectively in a web application dealing with frequently changing user profiles.
💡 Hint: Think about how fresh food can spoil if not rotated in a store.
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