Clarifying Requirements - URL Shortener

1. Functional Requirements

   • Shorten long URLs and generate a unique short URL.
   • Redirect users when they visit the short URL.
   • Track analytics (number of clicks, geographic location).
   • API support for developers.

2. Non-Functional Requirements

   • Handle 100M+ URLs with low latency.
   • High availability (99.99% uptime).
   • Fast read operations (low latency redirects).
   • Eventual consistency (if using a distributed DB).
   • Rate limiting to prevent abuse.

By following this structured approach, you’ll demonstrate clarity, depth, and problem-solving skills, making a strong impression in your System Design Interview. 🚀