SERVERLESS ARCHITECTURES IN DISTRIBUTED COMPUTING: A TECHNICAL ANALYSIS
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https://doi.org/10.34218/IJCET_16_01_174Keywords:
Serverless Computing, Edge Computing Integration, Cold Start Optimization, Hybrid Architecture Models, State Management PatternsAbstract
This comprehensive article explores the evolution, advantages, challenges, and strategic implementation approaches of serverless computing in modern distributed systems. The article examines the transformative impact of serverless architectures across various industry verticals, highlighting market growth trends and adoption patterns. It investigates key performance metrics, cost optimization strategies, and the integration of edge computing capabilities. The article delves into technical challenges such as cold start latency and state management while presenting solutions through hybrid architectures and optimized deployment patterns. The article encompasses both theoretical frameworks and practical implementation strategies, supported by extensive empirical data from production environments across multiple cloud providers and enterprise applications.
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