The correct choice of infrastructure for a tech-based startup may help to cope with unpredictable user base growth, volatile demand, and server load. MobiDev explores software development with Web experts taking a look at such infrastructure options as Firebase, Lambda on PHP, Kubernetes, and Docker Swarm to show tech startup owners how to scale a software product correctly and timely, in alignment with business flow.
1. Docker Swarm
Docker Swarm is an optimal solution for a beta version of a startup with a limited number of users. However, unlike Kubernetes, it cannot scale automatically according to the load. So, Docker Swarm is usually used only for the project kick-off or an MVP, where servers are added manually.
2. Kubernetes
Kubernetes is worth considering if the product has an understandable or predictable growth and workload from users and can require autoscaling and a competent use of billing in the future. It’s easy to add or remove servers, while auto-scaling allows for changing the quantity of running containers
3. AWS Lambda
AWS Lambda is okay in the beginning, when the number of users varies dramatically, from zero to any required value. Although, switching from AWS Lambda to another solution can be difficult and depends on the programming language.
4. Firebase
Should you want to test an idea and reduce time to market, begin with Firebase. It’s a suitable platform with lots of extensions, integrations, and ready-to-use functionality. Firebase allows you to quickly investigate the market and get funding, but it has limitations in terms of functionality. Moreover, switching from Firebase to something else can be problematic, and sometimes you may need to code from scratch, but it really depends on the business goals.
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Read more about how MobiDev explores Software Development at Tech Startups here:
https://mobidev.biz/blog/scale-software-product-development-fast-growing-tech-startups
MobiDev is an international software engineering company with offices in Poland and Ukraine.The company is focused on helping visionaries create their products. MobiDev invests into technology research and has years of experience building AI-powered solutions, implementing machine learning, augmented reality, and IoT.
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