Why is everything so scalable?

The article discusses the prevalent trend of scalable architecture in tech, attributing it to the influence of FAANG companies like Google. It highlights the misconception that scalability is the first problem startups should solve, emphasizing the importance of financial sustainability. The author suggests a simpler approach to architecture, advocating for a monolithic structure with clear module separation and statically typed interfaces. This method offers benefits like easier debugging, API changes, and performance improvements, though scaling individual components may be more challenging. The article concludes by recommending delaying the complexity of distributed architecture until necessary to stay ahead in the tech industry.