Learn when NOT to use microservices in Java programming. Discover pitfalls, examples, and best practices to build smarter, simpler systems. 🚀 Introduction Microservices are everywhere. If you’ve spent any time in Java programming , you’ve probably heard people say, “Just break it into microservices!” But here’s the reality: microservices are not always the right solution. Imagine you’re building a small online bookstore. Instead of one simple app, you create 10 microservices—one for books, one for users, one for payments, one for reviews… Suddenly, deploying and debugging becomes a nightmare. That’s exactly why understanding when would you NOT use microservices is just as important as knowing when to use them. 🧠 Core Concepts What Are Microservices? Microservices are an architectural style where an application is split into small, independent services that communicate over APIs.…