Server v/s Serverless Architecture
The difference in Server v/s Serverless
Provision a server, ensure server’s functionality, create test environments on a server, maintain server uptime, etc. I know, it’s a lot. A lot on the developers’ plate requires time, effort, and resources to maintain a server architecture.
Servers have been an integral part of a computing architecture for decades, but the technology and approach have evolved and with the introduction of the cloud, organizations started moving to web-based server infrastructure has led us to a serverless architecture.
It is often the case that organizations and their technology ecosystems as they grow face challenges managing and scaling architectures.
As a result, the time and efforts that should be invested in the work that makes the most difference — ideation, innovation are gobbled up by managing and maintaining the server infrastructure.
Clearly, the method isn’t optimal. 🙅
Make way for Serverless Architecture 🚀
As a service that started with function-as-a-service (FaaS), serverless architecture has evolved to encompass other aspects of applications as well as enabling customers to develop, run, and manage application functionalities without having to build and maintain the infrastructure.
The development of serverless applications requires serverless computing, as well as serverless storage and function-to-function networking.
Using such serverless architectures, smaller teams and developers can develop their products without investing much into scalability or server maintenance, which means:
- No server management is necessary
- Serverless architectures are inherently scalable
- Quick deployments and updates are possible
- Code can run closer to the end-user, decreasing latency and more.
The low-code switch with serverless architecture
IT departments are experiencing a massive backlog of enterprise applications, and the shortage of skilled developers just adds to the shortage of resources. The only way to maintain the pace of delivery and stand strong in this faster go-to-market environment is through the use of new-age tools. Using low-code tools and going Serverless is one of the most effective solutions.
The Low-code and serverless technologies are both designed to speed up app development by simplifying and optimizing the development process. These low-code tools simplify app development by abstracting the user from the code, while serverless spares developers the grind to manage and scale servers.
Using low code tools which are serverless in nature provides developers with a higher level of control and an optimized application development process.
Canonic is one such Low-code platform with serverless architect which gives you a seamless experience of building applications with ease and in the most optimal way. The easier and smarter method of development is just a click away!
Is security is an issue with Serverless architecture?
Serverless architecture is often tied with poor security which needs to be addressed. Well, the truth is it’s not when you are using the right tools.
Canonic’s tight security policies regarding serverless architecture lead to a more secure backend less prone to hacking and data theft.
Technology is constantly evolving. You need reliable, trusted tools to help you adapt to the latest technologies. Select the right tools to develop and manage with ease. 🚀
