Microservices: the smart way to build modern software

In the past, most software systems were monolithic, meaning everything was packed together in one big block of code. It worked for a while, but every time you needed to fix something or add a feature, you had to touch the entire system.  

It was slow, fragile, and hard to scale.

Today, the best platforms are built differently. They are based on microservices: a smarter, more flexible way to design software. 

What are microservices? 

Imagine your system as a team, not a single worker. Each member has a clear job: one takes care of users, another manages video, another handles AI or notifications. That’s what microservices do: they divide the application into small, independent parts that talk to each other through secure connections (like APIs or message queues).

So instead of one big application doing everything, you have many smaller ones working together: faster, safer, and easier to maintain. 

Why this approach matters 

Microservices make software:

• Scalable: You can expand only the parts that need more resources. For example, increase the power of video streaming without touching user management. 

• Reliable: If one component fails, the others keep working. 

• Flexible: Each service can be updated or replaced independently. 

• Modern: It’s compatible with technologies like Docker and cloud platforms, allowing deployment anywhere: on-premise, edge, or cloud. 

How uSS uses microservices 

At Arteco, the uSee Service Suite (uSS) is built entirely on microservices. Each is built function, streaming, events, metadata, AI, or user management, is an independent module. They communicate securely through internal channels, following a Zero Open Ports architecture for maximum protection.

This means: 

• No exposed connections 

• No single point of failure 

• An architecture that can grow with your needs

In short, uSS is a living system: adaptable, efficient, and secure. 

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A smarter future 

Microservices are not just a trend, they are the foundation of modern, resilient software. By designing uSS this way, Arteco ensures that every component can evolve independently, giving partners and users the freedom to innovate without limits.

Small services. Big impact.