📋 System Design Framework
Master the 4-step process for cracking system design interviews
Total Interview Time: ~45 min
4-Step Process Timeline
Step 1: Understand Problem & Scope
Recommended Time: 3-10 min
Do not rush to give answers. Ask questions to clarify requirements, assumptions, and constraints. Evaluate traffic volume and feature scope.
What To Do
Ask questions to clarify obscure requirements.
Write down your assumptions on the whiteboard.
Determine the most important features.
Estimate traffic volume and ask about existing tech stack.
Red Flags (Don't)
Answering without a thorough understanding.
Jumping straight into a solution.
Assuming your silent assumptions are correct.