rate-limiting-implementation

SKILL.md

Implement rate limiting and throttling mechanisms to protect your services from abuse, ensure fair resource allocation, and maintain system stability under load.

| Algorithm | Description | Use Case | Pros | Cons |

| Token Bucket | Tokens added at fixed rate, consumed per request | Bursty traffic allowed | Flexible, allows bursts | Complex implementation | | Leaky Bucket | Requests processed at constant rate | Smooth output | Consistent throughput | No burst allowance |

Implement rate limiting, throttling, API quotas, and backpressure mechanisms to protect services from abuse and ensure fair resource usage. Use when building APIs, preventing DOS attacks, or managing system load. Source: aj-geddes/useful-ai-prompts.

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