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Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers

By : Subash Natarajan, Jeveen Jacob
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Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers

By: Subash Natarajan, Jeveen Jacob

Overview of this book

Unleash the power of cloud computing with Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers, your guide to mastering the nuances of cloud-native and multi-cloud, covering practical strategies for design, development, and management. Explore the essential concepts, challenges, and methodologies critical for navigating the complex landscape of modern cloud computing. Using core architectural and design principles (such as microservices and 12-factor architecture) and advanced strategies (such as distributed application design patterns, domain-driven design (DDD), and API-first strategies), you’ll learn how to build portable and efficient apps across various cloud platforms. You’ll understand how to leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC), continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD), GitOps, and DevOps practices, along with containerization and orchestration techniques using Docker and Kubernetes. You’ll also get to grips with data, security, compliance, and cloud cost management strategies in multi-cloud environments. With real-world case studies, best practices, and insights into future trends, this book will equip you with the skills to develop, manage, troubleshoot, and innovate cloud-native applications across diverse cloud platforms, positioning you at the forefront of the cloud computing revolution.
Table of Contents (17 chapters)
1
Part 1:Introduction to Multi-Cloud and Cloud-Native
4
Part 2: Designing and Developing Cloud-Native Applications for Multi-Cloud
7
Part 3: Managing and Operating Cloud-Native Apps in Multi-Cloud
11
Part 4: Best Practices, Case Studies, and Future Trends for Multi-Cloud and Cloud-Native

Optimizing cloud resources and minimizing waste

Optimizing cloud resources is an ongoing process that demands constant monitoring, effective management, and relevant optimization to mitigate the risk of resource waste. Resource waste in the cloud environment refers to the overprovision of cloud resources that remain unused or idle. The following graph presents a simple relationship between reducing cloud resources waste and cost savings:

Figure 6.3 – Progressive cost savings through waste optimization

Figure 6.3 – Progressive cost savings through waste optimization

Let’s understand the ways to optimize cloud resources and minimize waste:

  • Identify resource waste: To identify resource wastage, do the following:
    • Check your stuff: Regularly look at your cloud resources. Are there any unused or outdated ones just hanging around, costing you money? Think of it like cleaning out your closet – getting rid of what you don’t need!
    • Track your spending: Use tools such as AWS Cost Explorer or Azure...