Serverless

The term “serverless” can be a bit misleading because it might imply that there are no servers involved in running applications. Serverless computing still relies on servers to execute the code and perform the necessary tasks.

Serverless computing involves servers, but the cloud provider abstracts these servers' management, provisioning, and scaling, allowing developers to focus on their code and applications rather than infrastructure management. So, we can focus less on servers.

Serverless computing can significantly boost innovation by offering a range of benefits that encourage developers and organizations to experiment with new ideas, develop applications faster, and adapt to changing requirements. Since serverless platforms automatically manage the underlying infrastructure, developers can quickly build, test, and deploy applications. This shortens the development and release cycle, enabling businesses to bring innovative products and features to the market faster.

Serverless computing not only has benefits for developers and businesses, but it also has positive implications for the environment. By optimizing resource utilization, reducing energy consumption, and promoting sustainable practices, serverless computing can contribute to a greener and more environmentally friendly IT landscape.

Real-life example

Imagine we're hosting a party, and we've hired a catering company to take care of the food. We don't need to worry about cooking, setting up the buffet, or cleaning up afterward—the catering company handles everything for us. In this analogy, the catering company is like a serverless provider, taking care of all the ...