Cutting Cloud Costs
How I Saved 90% on Cloud Expenses
Apr. 5, 2023 - Willem L. Middelkoop
Like many, I faced soaring cloud service costs for my clients, prompting a wake-up call. To stay afloat, it's essential to incorporate software optimisation as a strategy for managing cloud expenses. Join me as I share how I managed to save up to 90% on cloud costs through optimisation!
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