Serverless Architectures for Scalable SaaS Applications
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15680/IJCTECE.2022.0506010Keywords:
serverless architecture, SaaS applications, scalability, function-as-a-service, cloud computing, cost efficiency, vendor lock-in, microservicesAbstract
Serverless architectures have gained significant traction as a transformative solution for developing and deploying scalable Software as a Service (SaaS) applications. These architectures, often referred to as Function-as-a-Service (FaaS), represent a paradigm shift away from traditional infrastructure management, enabling developers to focus solely on writing code rather than managing servers or allocating resources. This paper explores the benefits, challenges, and implementation strategies of adopting serverless architectures for SaaS applications, particularly in the context of scalability, performance, and cost efficiency.
The primary advantage of serverless computing is its ability to dynamically scale based on the demand for services, making it highly suitable for SaaS applications that experience fluctuating workloads. Traditional infrastructure often involves pre-provisioning resources, resulting in either underutilization or over-provisioning. In contrast, serverless architectures allow for automatic scaling, ensuring that the right amount of computational power is available at any given time, thus optimizing resource utilization. This feature is particularly beneficial for SaaS providers, as it eliminates the need for manual scaling interventions, enabling them to focus on enhancing the application’s functionality and customer experience.
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