How Fly.io Uses AWS

Litestream VFS is a new SQLite plugin that enables querying databases directly from S3-compatible object storage without downloading the entire database.

Thomas Ptacek argues that every developer should build an LLM agent to truly understand the technology, demonstrating through progressive Python code examples that a functional agent with tool use ...

MCP servers, part of the Model Context Protocol, provide a standardized way to connect AI models to various data sources and tools, akin to a USB-C port for AI applications.

The article discusses the shift in user demographics on Fly. io's platform, highlighting how robots have become the primary drivers of growth.

The article features an exit interview with JP Phillips, a key member of the Fly. io engineering team, who reflects on his four years at the company.

The article discusses the concept of Accident Forgiveness in public cloud billing, emphasizing the financial risks associated with cloud services and how Fly.

The article discusses the complexities and solutions involved in migrating stateful applications on Fly.

The article discusses a secure method for accessing AWS resources without using access keys by leveraging OpenID Connect (OIDC) to establish trust between AWS and Fly. io.

The article discusses the development of an open-source AI image description service using large language models (LLMs) like LLaVA and tools such as Ollama and PocketBase.

The article discusses Tigris, a globally distributed object storage solution that enhances file handling for modern applications, addressing the limitations of traditional storage methods like AWS ...

The article discusses how to delegate resource-intensive tasks to more powerful machines using Fly. io's infrastructure.

The article discusses the implementation of Macaroons, a flexible and user-editable security token system designed to enhance API security.

The article discusses the FLAME pattern, a new approach to serverless computing that allows developers to elastically scale applications without the complexities of traditional Function as a Servic...

The article discusses how to utilize Fly. io's GPU Machines for running AI workloads, specifically focusing on the Whisper Webservice for audio transcription.

The article discusses the challenges of managing application secrets in a secure manner, particularly in the context of using frameworks like Rails.

The article discusses the evolution of Fly. io's scheduling system, detailing the transition from traditional orchestrators like Kubernetes and Nomad to a custom-built solution called flyd.

The article discusses the launch of Redis by Upstash on Fly. io, highlighting its global scalability, low-latency capabilities, and integration with Fly. io's infrastructure.

The article discusses the development of Fly Postgres, a database offering by Fly. io, detailing its evolution from a platform without durable storage to an automated database solution.

This article covers the latest updates from Fly.

The article discusses SOC2 compliance, emphasizing its significance in the context of security audits for startups.

The article 'The Serverless Server' by Will Jordan discusses the concept of serverless computing, particularly focusing on the design and implications of serverless platforms like AWS Lambda.

The article discusses the advantages of using SQLite as a central database for full-stack applications, emphasizing its reliability and performance.

The article introduces the new Turboku launcher, which allows users to effortlessly clone their Heroku apps to Fly. io without data migration.

The article discusses the costs associated with running applications on Fly. io, particularly focusing on the necessity and expense of routable IPv4 addresses for Anycast networking.

The article provides an in-depth exploration of various API token types, their security implications, and the challenges associated with implementing a fine-grained permissions system.

The article discusses optimizing backend application performance by leveraging Redis for distributed caching, emphasizing the importance of geographic caching to reduce latency.

This article discusses the development of a distributed turn-based game system using Elixir, highlighting the advantages of using the Phoenix Framework and LiveView for creating responsive applicat...

The article 'Docker without Docker' discusses how Fly. io runs Docker container images on their hardware without using Docker itself.

The article discusses the concept of building a Content Delivery Network (CDN) using simple tools and techniques, emphasizing that a functional CDN can be created in a short timeframe, even on basi...

The article discusses the implementation of SSH access to applications hosted on Fly. io using a user-mode IP WireGuard approach. It details the unique networking architecture of Fly.

The article discusses the introduction of persistent storage and fast remote builds on the Fly platform, highlighting the evolution from ephemeral micro-VMs to a more flexible storage solution.

The article discusses building clusters using Serf, a simpler alternative to Consul for service discovery in distributed systems. It covers setting up Headless Chromium instances on Fly.

The article discusses how Fly. io enables private network connectivity for applications using WireGuard and IPv6. It highlights the benefits of deploying applications on Fly.

The article discusses workload isolation and sandboxing techniques to enhance security in application environments.

The article discusses how Fly, a content delivery network for Docker containers, generates SSL certificates using the ACME protocol and LetsEncrypt.