Blue Blazes S02E04: Serverless - featuring Olivia Liddell

15/04/2024 35 min Temporada 2 Episodio 4

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Episode Synopsis

In this podcast episode, host Jonathan "J." Tower speaks with Olivia Liddell from AWS about the intricacies of serverless computing.

Olivia, a seasoned solutions architect, demystifies serverless technology, emphasizing its practicality and the mindset shift required for effective use.

Key insights shared in the conversation include:

Serverless doesn’t mean the absence of servers but represents a shift in managing underlying infrastructure

The benefits and trade-offs of serverless such as the potential cost savings serverless offers, balanced against the learning curve and the need for a different approach compared to traditional monolithic applications.

Operational best practices, including the importance of monitoring, debugging, and security in serverless environments