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Cloud DB Cost DilemmaDriver
serverless flexibility vs. provisioned cost predictability tradeoff
From the article 2 mentionsDatabricks is aiming to simplify cloud database costs with its new Always-On pricing for Databricks Lakebase.
Disable Scale-to-ZeroDriver
From the article 2 mentionsUsers can activate Always-On pricing by disabling the scale-to-zero feature and defining an autoscaling range for their Lakebase Postgres instance.
Define Autoscaling RangeDriver
From the articleUsers can activate Always-On pricing by disabling the scale-to-zero feature and defining an autoscaling range for their Lakebase Postgres instance.
24hr Continuous UseDriver
From the articleOnce the minimum capacity is established as the baseline, it automatically qualifies for the lower Always-On rate after 24 hours of continuous use.
Databricks Lakehouse PostgresCore
managed Postgres database for Databricks Lakehouse
From the articleThis move follows other enhancements to Databricks Lakehouse, such as native Postgres synchronization, as detailed in Databricks Lakehouse Gets Postgres Boost on Azure.
Always-On PricingContext
new pricing model for Databricks Lakehouse Postgres
From the article 7 mentionsThe new Always-On pricing offers a 25% reduction on baseline compute capacity for its managed Postgres database.
25% Baseline DiscountEffect
offers a 25% reduction on baseline compute capacity
From the article 5 mentionsDatabricks is also offering an additional 50% promotional discount on top of Always-On pricing until January 31, 2027.
Eliminate Manual OptimizationOutcome
From the articleThis aims to eliminate the need for manual optimization or lengthy commitments to achieve cost savings.
No Long-Term CommitmentsOutcome
without long-term commitments for cost savings
From the articleThis aims to eliminate the need for manual optimization or lengthy commitments to achieve cost savings.
