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CTO Think Podcast

Your hosting strategy - Choosing from self, managed, cloud, or serverless

Feb 3, 2018
This week's podcast explores the trade-offs between self-hosting and using cloud service providers like AWS or Google Cloud, discussing the benefits of transitioning to the cloud. The hosts also discuss ongoing refactoring challenges and the importance of database splitting. They compare cloud hosting to local hosting, touching on factors such as cost, control, and resiliency. The podcast concludes with a discussion on outsourcing consulting, gaining in-house skills, exploring Kubernetes as a hosting strategy, and considering serverless hosting options.
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Quick takeaways

  • Considering the ongoing DevOps work and potential need for a dedicated DevOps person is crucial when deciding between self-hosting and managed hosting.
  • Serverless hosting is an option that involves outsourcing specific services and functions to cloud providers but requires knowledge and understanding of these services.

Deep dives

Importance of Cloud Hosting

The podcast hosts discuss the different aspects and trade-offs of using managed hosting versus self-hosting. They explore the decision-making process behind choosing a hosting provider and highlight the factors of cost and flexibility. They emphasize the importance of considering the ongoing DevOps work required and the potential need for a dedicated DevOps person if opting for self-hosting. They also mention the benefits of relying on managed providers like Heroku and the peace of mind that comes with their support and expertise.

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