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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

Summary

As we draw the curtains on our exploration of optimizing costs for cloud-native applications in a multi-cloud environment, it’s imperative to reflect on the transformative journey we’ve undertaken. From understanding the intricacies of cost management to implementing sophisticated FinOps practices, and from right-sizing resources to selecting the perfect cloud provider, each step has been a stride toward achieving a harmonious blend of technical excellence and financial mindfulness.

The importance of cost optimization goes beyond mere budgetary considerations. It’s about forging a symbiotic relationship between innovation and financial prudence. Much like an artist selects colors to bring a canvas to life, cloud-native developers orchestrate resources to bring their applications to fruition. But just as an artist plans brush strokes meticulously, developers must architect their solutions with an eye on cost efficiency from the very inception.

As a...