It is used for capturing data through an API.
Technical Director at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
Severless coding solution that allows you to run code virtually and is easy to scale
Pros and Cons
- "The overall performance of this solution could be improved. We would also like to have better integration with other AWS features."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
One of the most valuable features of this solution is its scalability.
What needs improvement?
The overall performance of this solution could be improved. We would also like to have better integration with other AWS features.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using this solution for more than three years.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This is a scalable solution.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to others.
I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Cloud architect at a tech vendor with 1-10 employees
Easy to use, straightforward installation, integrates well with other AWS products, and good support
Pros and Cons
- "This product is easy to use."
- "It could be cheaper."
What is our primary use case?
AWS Lambda is a Code as a Service product. It is used for running code.
What is most valuable?
This product is easy to use.
The integration with other AWS products is straightforward. For our current usage, the integration that we have is sufficient. Everything is connected to CloudWatch and it's working.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using AWS Lambda for one year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
AWS Lambda is a stable product.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This is a very scalable solution.
At this time, we don't anticipate increasing our usage.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support is great.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is straightforward and it only takes a few minutes to complete.
What about the implementation team?
I deployed it myself.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
This is a product that is pay-per-use, as opposed to a licensing fee. It could be cheaper.
There are no costs in addition to the standard pay-per-use fees.
What other advice do I have?
I use other products that are in the AWS ecosystem, including AWS WAF.
In summary, this is a good product, it does what it is supposed to, and I recommend it.
I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Partner
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