We love AWS Lambda and C# .Net
AWS Lambda is a Server-less computing platform, so without throwing another "as a service" acronym into the conversation, Server-less computing is a method of providing back-end services on an as-used basis. Servers or Containers are still used, but the establishment (set-up and tear-down) are inherent in the Server-less environment - you get a run-time environment of your choice for only long enough to complete your specific task.
Server-less computing is charged based on usage, not a fixed amount of bandwidth or number of servers. Combining with the removal of any infrastructure management and the ability to scale without intervention and you have a significant capability in your tool-kit.
Combining this with the power and versatility of C# including the significant capabilities available through nuget packaging and AWS Lambda becomes an option for developers looking to build and deploy applications that perform and scale with a time to market that is significantly decreased.
Benefits of using AWS Lambda functions and C# .Net
- Cost savings: AWS only charges for the compute time that you consume. That is you don't pay for anything other than execution time. There's no cost associated with a function that is unused or idle resources. You save money on infrastructure and execution costs, especially if you have fluctuating or unpredictable workloads, we have seen significant savings in this area versus hosted solutions.
- Scalability: AWS automatically scales your functions to meet demand, this is performed without intervention, load balancing, server initialization or any of the other task associated with setup or tear-down. This is done in real-time without intervention, you never have to worry about capacity or performance.
- Flexibility: Support for a wide range of programming languages, including .Net C#. You can choose the language that suits you and you're not limited by stack that you are already using. You can even mix and match using your favourite Node.js routines running on Lambda called from .Net C#, Java, PowerShell, etc.
- Functionality: AWS Lambda integrates seamlessly with other AWS services including S3, DynamoDB and API Gateway. The combination of Lambda called from S3 events is particularly powerful and provides significant flexibility in your solution design. Combining these services allows you to build and deploy significant functionality rapidly. You can also bring your own existing C# Apps and call them from within your runtime environment.
- High availability: AWS Lambda is designed for high availability providing automatic fail-over and built-in redundancy, they can be hosted in specific regions and availability zones to maximize your always-up application.
AWS Lambda functions with C# .Net is a significantly compelling development and delivery capability that scales seamlessly at a cost that won't break your wallet!
It's a winning combination that we at AppGenie have significant experience with - if you want examples of how the combination of AppGenie, AWS Lambda and C# .Net can transition your applications to the next level please Call Us, we're here to help!