Week 9

 

                                                         Cloud Optimization

Cloud optimization is basically about making sure you’re using your cloud resources in the smartest and most efficient way possible. The goal is to get strong performance without overspending. It means checking that you’re not paying for storage, virtual machines, or services you’re not really using. It also involves resizing instances when they’re too big, shutting down idle resources, and choosing better pricing options like reserved or spot instances when it makes sense. On the performance side, it includes things like load balancing, auto-scaling, and regularly monitoring usage so systems don’t slow down. Security and proper configuration matter too, because mistakes can lead to both higher costs and risks. In general, cloud optimization is about continuously reviewing and adjusting your environment so you’re not wasting money and your systems stay efficient and reliable.