Vol. 2 No. 1 (2022): Journal of AI-Assisted Scientific Discovery
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Serverless Computing in Cloud Environments: Architectural Patterns, Performance Optimization Strategies, and Deployment Best Practices

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  • Vishal Shahane
Vishal Shahane
Software Engineer, Amazon Web Services, Seattle, WA, United States
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Published 28-03-2022

Keywords

  • serverless computing,
  • cloud environments,
  • architectural patterns,
  • performance optimization,
  • deployment best practices,
  • function-as-a-service (FaaS),
  • microservices,
  • scalability,
  • cost-efficiency
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V. Shahane, “Serverless Computing in Cloud Environments: Architectural Patterns, Performance Optimization Strategies, and Deployment Best Practices”, Journal of AI-Assisted Scientific Discovery, vol. 2, no. 1, pp. 23–43, Mar. 2022, Accessed: Nov. 25, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://scienceacadpress.com/index.php/jaasd/article/view/18

Abstract

Serverless computing has emerged as a transformative paradigm in cloud environments, offering unparalleled scalability, cost-efficiency, and developer productivity. This research paper provides a comprehensive examination of serverless computing, focusing on architectural patterns, performance optimization strategies, and deployment best practices.

The paper begins by elucidating the fundamental concepts and principles of serverless computing, highlighting its event-driven, ephemeral nature, and its abstraction of underlying infrastructure management. Architectural patterns commonly observed in serverless applications, such as function-as-a-service (FaaS), event sourcing, and microservices, are explored in detail. These patterns enable developers to build scalable, resilient, and loosely coupled systems that can adapt to dynamic workloads and changing requirements.

Next, the paper delves into performance optimization strategies tailored for serverless environments. Techniques for minimizing cold start latency, optimizing function execution time, and managing resource allocation are discussed. Additionally, strategies for orchestrating complex workflows, caching data, and leveraging serverless-specific services for storage, messaging, and event processing are examined. These strategies aim to maximize performance and efficiency while minimizing operational overhead.

Deployment best practices for serverless applications are also elucidated, encompassing considerations such as deployment automation, continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD), environment configuration, and security. The paper emphasizes the importance of automation and infrastructure as code (IaC) principles in streamlining the deployment process and ensuring consistency across environments. Security best practices, including access control, data encryption, and compliance management, are integral components of serverless deployment strategies.

To validate the effectiveness of architectural patterns, performance optimization strategies, and deployment best practices, the paper presents case studies and real-world examples from diverse industry sectors. These case studies demonstrate how organizations have successfully leveraged serverless computing to achieve scalability, cost savings, and faster time-to-market for their applications. Lessons learned and best practices derived from these case studies inform the development of guidelines and recommendations for future serverless deployments.

In conclusion, serverless computing represents a paradigm shift in cloud computing, offering unprecedented flexibility and efficiency for developing and deploying applications. By understanding architectural patterns, implementing performance optimization strategies, and following deployment best practices, organizations can harness the full potential of serverless computing to drive innovation and accelerate digital transformation.

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