Solve Integration Challenges
Add custom logic between any services. Transform data, apply business rules, coordinate multiple systems that don’t talk to each other.
$100s Instead of $50K+
Build custom integrations for the cost of coffee, not enterprise consulting projects. Deploy instantly, scale automatically.
Real-World Examples
See how businesses use functions to solve everyday problems:Problem: Handle customer orders, process payments, manage inventoryWhat it handles:
Order Processing Function
- ✅ Inventory validation
- ✅ Secure payment processing
- ✅ Order creation and tracking
- ✅ Customer notifications
Three Types of Functions
Choose the right function type for your use case:Request Functions
Process incoming HTTP requestsRequest functions run when users visit URLs or submit forms. They handle login, payment processing, API calls, and any user interaction that needs an immediate response.
Response Functions
Modify responses before sending to usersResponse functions automatically enhance responses from request functions. They add analytics, security headers, personalized content, or dynamic pricing without changing your core logic.
Task Functions
Run scheduled or background jobsTask functions execute on schedules or delays without user interaction. They send emails, generate reports, clean up data, and automate workflows in the background.
Why Developers Choose Functions
Instant Deployment
Write code, hit deploy. Your function is live and handling requests in seconds, not hours.
Automatic Scaling
Handle one request or one million. Functions scale automatically based on demand.
No Infrastructure
Skip the DevOps complexity. No servers, containers, or Kubernetes to manage.
Pay Per Use
Only pay when your functions run. No idle server costs or infrastructure overhead.
Built-in Security
Authentication, encryption, and security headers included. Focus on features, not security.
Real-time Monitoring
See function performance, errors, and usage in real-time. Debug issues instantly.
Common Use Cases
🛒 E-commerce & Payments
🛒 E-commerce & Payments
What you can build:
- Order processing and fulfillment
- Payment gateway integration
- Inventory management
- Customer support chatbots
- Recommendation engines
- Fraud detection systems
- Online stores processing thousands of orders daily
- Subscription services managing recurring billing
- Marketplaces connecting buyers and sellers
📱 Mobile & Web Apps
📱 Mobile & Web Apps
What you can build:
- User authentication and registration
- Push notification systems
- File upload and processing
- Real-time chat and messaging
- Social media features
- Content management systems
- Social apps with millions of users
- Productivity tools and collaboration platforms
- Content creators and media companies
📊 Data & Analytics
📊 Data & Analytics
What you can build:
- Real-time analytics dashboards
- Data pipeline processing
- Machine learning model serving
- ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) workflows
- Business intelligence reporting
- A/B testing platforms
- SaaS companies tracking user behavior
- Financial institutions processing transactions
- Healthcare systems analyzing patient data
🤖 Automation & Workflows
🤖 Automation & Workflows
What you can build:
- Email marketing campaigns
- Customer onboarding flows
- Data backup and archival
- System health monitoring
- Content moderation
- Invoice and billing automation
- Marketing agencies managing campaigns
- Enterprise companies automating processes
- Startups scaling operations efficiently
Best Practices for Success
Keep Functions Small
Do one thing wellEach function should have a single responsibility. This makes them easier to test, debug, and maintain.
Handle Errors Gracefully
Always plan for failureUse try-catch blocks, return meaningful error messages, and implement proper HTTP status codes.
Use Environment Variables
Keep secrets secureNever hardcode API keys or passwords. Use environment variables for configuration and secrets.
Monitor and Log
Know what’s happeningAdd logging for debugging and monitoring for performance. Track errors and usage patterns.
Optimize Performance
Keep it fastMinimize cold starts, cache when possible, and use efficient algorithms and data structures.
Test Thoroughly
Prevent issues earlyWrite unit tests, integration tests, and use local development tools to catch issues before deployment.
Ready to Start Building?
Quick Start Guide
Deploy your first function in under 2 minutes. Step-by-step tutorial with working examples.
Local Development
Set up your development environment and test functions locally before deployment.
New to serverless? Functions are just code that runs in the cloud. You write the logic, we handle the infrastructure. Start with our Quick Start guide to deploy your first function in minutes.