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Description

IBM Cloud Functions is a versatile functions-as-a-service (FaaS) platform built upon Apache OpenWhisk, designed for creating efficient, lightweight code that runs on demand with scalability. This platform provides full access to the Apache OpenWhisk ecosystem, encouraging contributions from developers around the world. With IBM Cloud Functions, developers can create applications that respond to events through sequences of actions. Additionally, it seamlessly integrates cognitive analysis into application workflows, enhancing the capabilities of the applications being developed. As you advance in your use of OpenWhisk components or tackle larger workloads, only then does the cost increase, making it a cost-effective solution for evolving needs. Overall, IBM Cloud Functions stands out as an essential tool for developers seeking to leverage event-driven programming in their applications.

Description

OpenFaaS® simplifies the deployment of serverless functions and existing applications onto Kubernetes, allowing users to utilize Docker to prevent vendor lock-in. This platform is versatile, enabling operation on any public or private cloud while supporting the development of microservices and functions in a variety of programming languages, including legacy code and binaries. It offers automatic scaling in response to demand or can scale down to zero when not in use. Users have the flexibility to work on their laptops, utilize on-premises hardware, or set up a cloud cluster. With Kubernetes handling the complexities, you can create a scalable and fault-tolerant, event-driven serverless architecture for your software projects. OpenFaaS allows you to start experimenting within just 60 seconds and to write and deploy your initial Python function in approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Following that, the OpenFaaS workshop provides a comprehensive series of self-paced labs that equip you with essential skills and knowledge about functions and their applications. Additionally, the platform fosters an ecosystem that encourages sharing, reusing, and collaborating on functions, while also minimizing boilerplate code through a template store that simplifies coding. This collaborative environment not only enhances productivity but also enriches the overall development experience.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Docker No 
GitHub Yes 
IBM Cloudant Yes 
IBM Datacap Yes 
IBM Load Balancer Yes 
IBM Push Notifications Yes 
Kubernetes No 

Integrations

Docker Yes 
GitHub No 
IBM Cloudant No 
IBM Datacap No 
IBM Load Balancer No 
IBM Push Notifications No 
Kubernetes Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises Yes 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

IBM

Founded

1911

Country

United States

Website

www.ibm.com/cloud/functions

Vendor Details

Company Name

OpenFaaS

Country

United Kingdom

Website

www.openfaas.com

Product Features

Serverless

API Proxy Yes 
Application Integration Yes 
Data Stores Yes 
Developer Tooling Yes 
Orchestration Yes 
Reporting / Analytics Yes 
Serverless Computing Yes 
Storage No 

Product Features

Application Development

Access Controls/Permissions No 
Code Assistance No 
Code Refactoring No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Compatibility Testing No 
Data Modeling No 
Debugging No 
Deployment Management No 
Graphical User Interface No 
Mobile Development No 
No-Code No 
Reporting/Analytics No 
Software Development No 
Source Control No 
Testing Management No 
Version Control No 
Web App Development No 

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