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Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers

By : Subash Natarajan, Jeveen Jacob
Book Image

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

Selecting the right cloud provider based on cost and performance

In this section, we stand at the intersection of strategic decision-making (depicted in Figure 6.5), where cloud providers beckon with their offerings. Just as you would carefully choose a route that balances scenic beauty and efficiency, selecting the right cloud provider involves evaluating a blend of cost factors and performance metrics:

Figure 6.4 – Selecting the right cloud provider (a trade-off)

Figure 6.4 – Selecting the right cloud provider (a trade-off)

Evaluating cloud providers – cost factors and performance metrics

Choosing the right cloud provider for your workloads can have a significant impact on your cloud costs and performance. However, comparing cloud providers is not a straightforward task as each provider has its own pricing model, service offerings, and performance characteristics. In this section, we will review some of the key considerations when comparing cloud provider pricing models and how to assess performance...