Interview-ready one-line definitions SDLC: A systematic process for building high-quality software from requirements to maintenance. Microservices: An architectural style that structures applications as independently deployable services. Distributed System: A collection of networked computers that work together as a single system. If you want, I can next: Map these concepts to real-world systems Provide interview Q&A Explain monolithic vs microservices vs SOA Give short exam answers (5–6 marks format)