Cloud providers are businesses first. While their documentation is extensive, there are a few "unspoken truths" that architects learn the hard way. Here are three secrets to help you optimize your setup: 1. The "Default Settings" Tax
Cloud providers design their default configurations for , not cost-efficiency or maximum security. 3 cloud architecture secrets your cloud provide...
Managed services (like managed databases or Kubernetes) take away the headache of maintenance, but they often mask underlying inefficiencies. Cloud providers are businesses first
Always audit default settings. Switching to "Infrequent Access" tiers or right-sizing your CPU/RAM during setup can instantly cut your bill by 20–30%. 2. The Egress Trap 3 cloud architecture secrets your cloud provide...
Providers use egress fees as a form of "data gravity" to make it difficult for you to leave or adopt a multi-cloud strategy.