Being Cheap with the Cloud

Discover how to build cost-effective, scalable web applications using serverless architecture in the cloud. Learn to leverage Single Page Applications (SPAs) and smart resource allocation in Azure to handle thousands of requests per second while keeping costs minimal. Explore the benefits of static web hosting, CDNs, and various service options for optimal performance. Dive into data storage strategies, hosting alternatives, and the importance of source control and CI/CD pipelines. Gain insights on effective monitoring, cost management, and the realities of cloud development. This comprehensive talk equips you with the knowledge to design and deploy cloud-native applications that balance performance and cost-efficiency.

Introduction
What is cheap
Aaron Powells background
Designing for the cloud
Cost isnt just the tech
Did it
Web platforms
Web application architecture
Static web sites
Hosting static web sites
Using a CDN
Cost comparison
Server
Kubernetes
Service
Service options
Data storage
Choosing the right cloud
Storing data multiple times
Multimode storage
Hosting options
Source control
GitHub Actions
Pipelines
Cost
Integration
Agile DevOps
The reality of development
Monitoring platforms
Monitoring isnt just about errors
App Insights
Cost Management
Recap
Resources
Wrap up