Chapter 2. Architectures and patterns

This chapter covers

  • Use cases for serverless architectures
  • Examples of patterns and architectures

What are the use cases for serverless architectures, and what kinds of architectures and patterns are useful? We’re often asked about use cases as people learn about a serverless approach to the design of systems. We find that it’s helpful to look at how others have applied technology and what kinds of use cases, designs, and architectures they’ve produced. Our discussion will center on these use cases and sample architectures. This chapter will give you a solid understanding of where serverless architectures are a good fit and how to think about design of serverless systems.

2.1. Use cases

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