Serverless computing doesn’t mean no servers (despite the name); it shifts the server management away from developers
Relies on cloud service providers to handle server management, databases, and some application logic
Functions as a Service (FaaS) Model
Developers write and deploy individual functions triggered by events
Benefits of Serverless
Reduced operational costs — Pay only for compute time used, no charges when code is idle
Automatic scaling — Cloud provider scales resources based on workload, ensuring optimal capacity
Focus on core product — Developers can concentrate on application functionality, not server management
Faster time to market — Reduced infrastructure concerns speed up application development
Challenges and Risks
Vendor Lock-in — Reliance on proprietary interfaces limits flexibility and may increase costs
Immaturity of best practices — Serverless is a relatively new field, and best practices are still evolving
Not a one-size-fits-all solution
Consider the specific needs and requirements of your application; serverless introduces challenges like Vendor Lock-in and service provider dependencies