Infrastructure & Compute
Serverless
A cloud model where developers run code without directly managing the underlying servers.
Example
A serverless function runs only when a document arrives and scales down afterward.
Why it matters
It reduces the work of managing servers directly so teams can focus on application behavior.
You'll hear it
“We manage the function, while the provider manages the machines.”
Can you control it?
Set by the team
The people building or running the AI choose this setup. An everyday user generally needs their help to change how this part works.
Common questions
- Does serverless mean no servers exist?
- No. The provider operates them behind the service.
- Can a rarely used function take longer to start?
- Yes. Starting resources on demand can introduce an initial delay.
- Does serverless mean free operation?
- No. Providers generally charge according to their service's usage rules.