PaaS (Platform as a Service) is a cloud service delivery model in which a software platform is provided online to developers so that they can develop, run and scale their applications without having to manage the underlying infrastructure. PaaS acts as a middle layer between IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) and SaaS (Software as a Service).

Advantages of PaaS

• Speed: PaaS can help developers bring applications to market faster.
• Scalability: PaaS can automatically scale as demand for applications increases.
• Efficiency: PaaS can help developers build more efficient applications.
• Cost savings: PaaS can reduce costs related to application development and maintenance.

PaaS use cases

• Web Application Development: PaaS can be used to develop web applications cost-effectively and efficiently.
• Mobile Application Development: PaaS can be used to develop mobile applications on a multi-platform basis.
• APIs: PaaS can be used to develop and manage APIs.
• Internet of Things (IoT): PaaS can be used to develop and manage IoT applications.

Why choose PaaS?

If you’re looking for a solution to make application development faster, more scalable, more efficient, and more cost-effective, PaaS might be the right option for you.

Where to get PaaS?

PaaS is offered by a wide variety of providers, including Amazon Web Services (AWS) Platform, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Red Hat OpenShift, Heroku, and Salesforce.