Serverless computing is a Cloud computing model where cloud providers dynamically manage server infrastructure, allowing developers to focus on writing code without worrying about server maintenance. Key characteristics include:
- Automatic scaling based on application demand
- Pay-per-use pricing model
- Reduced operational overhead
- Quick deployment and updates
- Support for event-driven architectures
Developers write function-specific code (called “functions”) that run in stateless compute containers managed entirely by the cloud provider. Popular serverless platforms include AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, and Google Cloud Functions (GCP).
Use cases include web backends, data processing, IoT applications, and microservices architectures. Benefits include cost efficiency, improved developer productivity, and built-in scalability.
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
| Serverless Examples | A collection of boilerplates and examples of serverless architectures |