Serverless Architecture and Its Impact on Scalable Web Services

In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern cloud computing, serverless computing is transforming the cloud architecture by allowing developer to develop and run applications excluding handling physical infrastructure. Leading cloud platforms and Medium like AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions, and Azure Functions dynamically designate computing resources based on requirement, improving how applications scale efficiently and reliably. This research examined how serverless architecture impact the scalability, cost effectiveness and elasticity of web services, with particular emphasis on real-world deployment scenarios across diverse industries and use cases. It also sites key hurdles such as dependency on particular vendors, delay in responding, and data security concerns, all of which represent significant barriers to widespread adoption. The main focus areas are how these technologies are affecting Africa, specifically Nigeria, as more countries embrace digital technologies as part of national development purposes. To address these dimensions comprehensively, the study employs a structured and systematic review methodology. By evaluating an in-dept examination and recent findings drawn from peer-reviewed literature and industry case studies, key patterns and insights emerge. This document includes that serverless computing provides effective solution for scalable web services, both globally and withing emerging market, positioning it as a strategic enabler of digital transformation and broader economic growth in resource-constrained environments.

Serverless Computing, Cloud Architecture, Scalability, Function-as-a-Service (FaaS), Vendor Lock-in, Digital Transformation.

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