Instruction: Discuss the benefits, challenges, and strategies for transitioning ML deployments from a monolithic to a microservices architecture.
Context: This question tests the candidate's understanding of modern software architecture practices and their application in creating more flexible and scalable ML systems.
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I would move from a monolith to microservices only when the separation buys real operational value, such as independent scaling, clearer ownership, or better isolation of features, inference, and business logic. The first step is identifying clean service boundaries,...