How do you implement load shedding in microservices to handle traffic spikes?

Short answer: Load shedding is the practice of intentionally rejecting requests when the system is overwhelmed to avoid complete failure. It helps maintain system stability during traffic spikes. Implementation:

Real-world example (ShopNest)

ShopNest splits Catalog, Cart, Order, and Payment into services so teams can deploy catalog changes without redeploying payments.

Say this in the interview

1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.