DCW: API Modernization and Global Content Search at Scale
Digital Content Warehouse (DCW) is a large-scale content management and streaming platform operating in 150+ countries. It supports 1,500 services and handles 150,000+ concurrent users, delivering a diverse media library-movies, TV shows, workouts, documentaries, and gaming content-through a robust and scalable infrastructure.
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Challenge and Scope
- Legacy API MigrationMigrating two complex legacy APIs from Slim PHP to Symfony with zero downtime and no disruption to existing services
- Data Integrity During MigrationEnsuring full consistency and accuracy of data throughout the migration process to prevent any data loss or corruption
- High-Concurrency PerformanceDesigning a system capable of handling 150,000+ concurrent users while maintaining low latency and system stability
- Advanced Search IntegrationIntegrating Amazon CloudSearch for scalable search functionality and enabling country-specific filtering for improved localization and relevance
- Complete API RewriteRefactoring and rewriting two core APIs using Symfony 7, leveraging its modular architecture for better maintainability and scalability
- CloudSearch IntegrationIntegrating Amazon CloudSearch to provide high-performance search capabilities with geographic filtering based on user location
- API Performance OptimizationImproving API response times through database query tuning, code-level optimization, and efficient request handling mechanisms
Approach
- Phased Migration StrategyAdopted a step-by-step migration to reduce service disruption and allow continuous validation of each API module
- In-Depth API AuditConducted thorough analysis of Slim PHP APIs to understand existing logic, workflows, and data structures
- Incremental Symfony DevelopmentGradually rebuilt APIs using Symfony, ensuring modular development and rigorous unit/integration testing
- Secure and Accurate Data MigrationExecuted carefully planned data transfer procedures to preserve data integrity and consistency
- Robust Symfony Framework AdoptionLeveraged Symfony 7’s advanced routing, security, and dependency injection features for stable API design
- Seamless Amazon CloudSearch IntegrationIntegrated CloudSearch for fast, scalable content discovery with customized query logic
- Country-Based Search FilteringEnabled location-aware filtering to ensure region-relevant content for global users
- Performance OptimizationRefactored legacy code and optimized database queries to improve API response time and stability
- Scalability and Maintainability AchievedNew architecture supports high traffic, future-proof growth, and easier ongoing maintenance
- Enhanced User ExperienceFaster, localized, and more accurate search functionality contributed to greater user satisfaction and engagement
Business Impact
- Improved Content DiscoveryAmazon CloudSearch integration drastically improved search speed and relevance, allowing users to find content more quickly and intuitively
- Enhanced User ExperienceFaster and more accurate search results, along with country-based filtering, led to a more personalized and satisfying experience for global users
- Reduced Search & API Response TimesOptimized API structure and query efficiency brought measurable improvements in response times, enhancing performance at scale
- Modernized Technology StackMigrating to Symfony enabled a more maintainable and scalable backend architecture, reducing technical debt and streamlining future development
- Scalable & Future-Proof SystemThe upgraded system infrastructure now efficiently handles up to 150,000 concurrent users and is prepared for future feature expansion
Testimonials
Our work on the DCW project was instrumental in modernizing the content delivery infrastructure. Migrating to Symfony resulted in a significantly more stable and maintainable API environment, while the integration of Amazon CloudSearch transformed the way users discover content. Search performance is now incredibly fast and accurate, and country-based filtering has made a major difference for our global audience. This project not only elevated the technical architecture but also greatly enhanced the user experience - we’re proud of what we achieved.
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