Platform as a Service

PaaS provides some great overall services but will limit you in language and resources used.  This provides a consumption model that help drives down overall cost.  Let's look at some pros and cons of using PaaS:

  • Pros
    • Automatic updates
    • Cost reduction, only pay for what you use
    • Assured compatibility, closed ecosystem
  • Cons
    • Locked into a specific development practice

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