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How to Cut Database Costs Without Downtime

The CTO Podcast with Fexingo · 2026-08-25 · 9 min

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Topics in this episode

Cloud cost optimizationdatabase cost reductionrightsizing databasesread replicasserverless database

Episode notes

In this episode of The CTO Podcast, Lucas and Luna dive into the art of reducing database costs while maintaining performance and reliability. They explore real-world strategies like rightsizing instances, leveraging read replicas, and adopting serverless options, using examples from companies like Airbnb and Shopify. The conversation covers how to approach cost optimization as a proactive practice rather than a fire drill, and why focusing on data lifecycle management can yield significant savings. Tune in for practical advice you can apply to your own infrastructure. #DatabaseCosts #CostOptimization #CloudComputing #TechLeadership #CTO #Engineering #Infrastructure #Serverless #DataManagement #CloudSpend #TechStrategy #BusinessTechnology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Podcast #CostSaving #DevOps #DataArchitecture Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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