Difference between API Gateway and Load Balancer in Microservices?

Hello folks, what is difference between API Gateway and Load balancer is one of the popular Microservice interview question and often asked to experienced Java developers during telephonic or face-to-face round.

Though, you must know what is API Gateway and load balancer is before you can talk about their differences. If you are new to these two terms or concepts then I suggest you to first watch this video on API Gateway from ByteByteGo to learn basics

And, this one to learn about Load balancers from Exponent, another great site and channel to learn system design concepts.

In the past, I have shared essential Microservices design principles and best practices as well popular Microservices design patterns and in this article, I will answer this question and…