Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 730: Own Your Own PaaS
Feb 14, 2024
The hosts dive into the advantages of owning your own PaaS, discussing popular platforms like Kubernetes and Docker. They humorously compare web hosts to Pokémon while exploring the challenges of self-hosting and modern solutions. Personal anecdotes enrich their view on the evolution of web hosting. They also touch on user-friendliness with platforms like Coolify and CapRover, and introduce innovative products that enhance daily life, such as smart light switches and practical food sealers.
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PaaS Explained
- PaaS (Platform as a Service) solutions simplify web deployment, handling tasks like code compilation, deployment, SSL, and DNS.
- Popular examples include Vercel, Render, Netlify, Heroku, and DigitalOcean's App Platform.
Web Server Insight
- NGINX, Caddy, and Apache are web servers that handle incoming requests, SSL certificates, and routing to your application's server.
- They act as a reverse proxy, sitting in front of your application server.
PaaS Pricing Models
- PaaS providers often prioritize per-user pricing over usage-based pricing for profitability.
- This can become expensive for multiple users or side projects, despite the convenience they offer.