What is most valuable?
I like their containerization service. You can use Docker or something similar and deploy quickly without the know-how related to, for example, Kubernetes. If you use AKS or Kubernetes, then you have to have the know-how. But for Fargate, you don't need to have the know-how there. You just deploy the container or the image, and then you have the container, and you can use it as AWS takes care of the rest. This makes it easier for those getting started or if you don't have a strong DevOps team inside your organization.
What needs improvement?
I heard from my team that it's not easy to predict the cost. That is the only issue we have with AWS Fargate, but I think that's acceptable. AWS Fargate isn't user-friendly. Anything related to Software as a Service or microservice architecture is not easy to implement. You're required to have DevOps from your side to implement the solution. AWS Fargate is just a temporary solution for us. When we grow to a certain level, we may use AKS for better control.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using AWS Fargate for around three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
AWS Fargate is a stable solution.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I think AWS is the top tier right now, and I have no concern about scalability. If there is any issue related to scalability, I believe it's just a problem with our DevOps team's ability or architecture. Because, for example, Twitter or Netflix use AWS service, and there's no hassle there.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We also use Azure because Azure is our preferred repository for internal services. We use Azure for internal customers, and for external customers, we use AWS.
How was the initial setup?
I think the initial setup was straightforward. For the DevOps part, you just need one person. But because it's an ongoing product, we have more than ten developers taking care of it.
What about the implementation team?
Our in-house team implemented this solution.
What other advice do I have?
What's suitable for potential users depends on their company's IT capability. For a small company, it's best to engage a consultant service for help. For example, we could consult others on the solution in my previous outsourcing company. It wouldn't have been a very good one if we did it ourselves. My current company is very big, and we have the know-how here, and it's easier for us to make the decision. On a scale from one to ten, I would give AWS Fargate an eight.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Hybrid Cloud
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
