IaaS Vs PaaS Vs SaaS : The Key Differences

[vicradon]

Content Brief

This article goes in-depth on the different strategies that are used to deploy applications and software to the web. It introduces Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Software as a Service, and concludes with Functions as a Service (FaaS).

Target audience

The target audience of this article are frontend and backend developers irrespective of their seniority.

Keywords

• IaaS
• PaaS
• SaaS
• FaaS
• Cloud Computing

Content objective

The aim of this article is to teach developers the different ways in which they can deploy software on the cloud. It will also link back to Strapi by giving examples of how Strapi and associated content can be deployed using one of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and FaaS.

Content outline

• Introduction to Cloud Computing Models

  • Definition and significance
  • Role in modern software deployment

• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

  • Explanation and features
  • Use cases and benefits

• Platform as a Service (PaaS)

  • Overview and characteristics
  • Advantages and limitations

• Software as a Service (SaaS)

  • Understanding SaaS model
  • Examples and real-world applications

• Functions as a Service (FaaS)

  • Definition and functionality
  • Practical applications and scalability

• Deployment Considerations

  • Factors to consider when choosing a deployment model
  • Cost implications and budget considerations
  • Scalability and performance requirements
  • Security considerations and best practices

• Comparison Matrix

  • A comparative analysis of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and FaaS
  • Key features, advantages, and disadvantages of each model

• Best Practices for Strapi Deployment

  • Preparing Strapi for deployment
  • Configuration tips for optimal performance
  • Scaling Strapi instances effectively

• Conclusion

  • A recap on the 4 cloud computing models
  • A Call to Action that prompts the reader to deploy Strapi using any of these methods

My content is

• [x] Tutorials
• [ ] Best practices
• [ ] Use cases & case studies

[Theodore-Kelechukwu-Onyejiaku]

Hi @vicradon ,

This looks good. Thank you!

Diagrams would be very great to have in this content. And please, would you be willing to use the title "IaaS Vs PaaS Vs SaaS : The Key Differences"?

Please let me know.

[vicradon]

Hi @Theodore-Kelechukwu-Onyejiaku I don't mind modifying the title to "IaaS Vs PaaS Vs SaaS : The Key Differences".

[Theodore-Kelechukwu-Onyejiaku]

Hi @vicradon ,

Please go ahead. Thank you!

[vicradon]

Hi @Theodore-Kelechukwu-Onyejiaku I am done with the first draft of the article. You can find it here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/tara994cdo2hl1828g6kg/IaaS-vs-PaaS-vs-SaaS_-The-Key-Differences.paper?rlkey=h89zwa670h2k4z58y15gcs4kq&dl=0

[Theodore-Kelechukwu-Onyejiaku]

Hi @vicradon,

Thank you! I will add it to the review backlog. In the meantime, could you please grant me edit access to the file?

Cheers.

[vicradon]

Hi @Theodore-Kelechukwu-Onyejiaku This is the link with edit permissions: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/tara994cdo2hl1828g6kg/IaaS-vs-PaaS-vs-SaaS_-The-Key-Differences.paper?rlkey=iemine1c6ijap0s8crqo0vin4&dl=0

[Theodore-Kelechukwu-Onyejiaku]

Hi @vicradon,

Thanks for your contribution!💪 Could you please ping me this information on discord?

• Photo
• Full Name,
• Bio,
• Email address
• Job title?

Thanks.

[vicradon]

Hi @Theodore-Kelechukwu-Onyejiaku Is it okay to close this issue now?

[Theodore-Kelechukwu-Onyejiaku]

Hi @vicradon ,

Thanks for letting me know. I will now close this issue. Thanks for your contribution! 🚀