Learn about the importance of system design interviews for software engineers and how they differ from coding interviews. Discover the different phases of a system design interview, from introduction and problem statement to optimization and trade-offs.

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Introduction and Problem Statement (5 minutes)Requirement Gathering and Clarification (Next 10 Minutes)High-Level Design and Proposal (15-20 Minutes)Deep Dive into System Components (Next 15-20 Minutes)Optimization and Trade-offs (10 Minutes)

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