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AWS Lambda

What is it​

A service that enables you to run code without provisioning or managing servers, paying only for the compute time used.

What it's for​

Provide a way to run code in a serverless manner, enabling scalability and cost efficiency.

Use cases​

  • Event processing
  • Automation
  • Serverless applications
  • Service integration
  • Data processing

Key points​

  • Serverless: Code execution without servers
  • Scalability: Automatic scaling based on demand
  • Costs: Pay only for compute time used
  • Integration: Easy integration with other AWS services
  • Flexibility: Support for multiple programming languages

Comparison with AWS Step Functions​

  • AWS Lambda: A service that enables you to run code without provisioning or managing servers, paying only for the compute time used. Ideal for serverless code execution.
  • AWS Step Functions: A service that enables you to coordinate multiple AWS services in serverless workflows. Ideal for workflow orchestration.