Message Queue

A message queue is middleware that enables asynchronous communication between applications by storing messages until processed.

What is a Message Queue?

A message queue is middleware that enables asynchronous communication between applications by storing messages sent by producers until consumers are ready to process them.

Message Queue Benefits

Decoupling, Scalability, Reliability, Load leveling, Fault tolerance.

Common Misconceptions

"Queues guarantee delivery" - Configure for durability
"All queues are the same" - Different semantics and guarantees
"Queues add too much complexity" - Often simplify architecture