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Weekly Cloud Info #W23 - 2025
Walid LARABI
June 07, 2025
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New AWS tools, Azure storage features, and GPU support on GCP
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New AWS API Models Now Available for Developers
AWS has launched a new public repository for API models, providing daily updates on Maven Central and GitHub. These Smithy API models help developers understand AWS services and create tools like SDKs and CLIs. The repository includes detailed documentation on AWS service operations and behaviors. This resource enables developers to build and test applications that integrate with AWS confidently.
The authenticated AWS Pricing Calculator is now generally available
AWS has launched the authenticated Pricing Calculator in the Billing and Cost Management Console, enhancing cost estimates for workloads by including discounts and commitment savings. Users can model cost changes for migrating or modifying workloads and can import historical usage data. The calculator allows for accurate estimates of specific workloads and overall AWS bills, helping users make informed decisions about Savings Plans and Reserved Instances. This tool aims to improve budgeting and planning for AWS services.
AWS Launches CDK Toolkit Library for Easier Infrastructure Management
AWS has launched the AWS CDK Toolkit Library, a Node.js library that allows developers to programmatically access core AWS CDK features like synthesis, deployment, and destruction of stacks. This new tool enables easier integration of CDK operations into applications and automation workflows, enhancing flexibility in infrastructure management. Previously, developers relied on the CDK CLI, which posed challenges for automation. The library is now available in all AWS Regions supporting the AWS CDK.
AWS Simplifies Data Analysis with New Managed Query Results in Athena
Amazon Athena has introduced a new feature called managed query results, which simplifies data analysis by automatically storing query results without the need for an S3 bucket. This feature reduces costs and enhances data security by managing access through AWS IAM permissions. Users can easily configure their workgroups for managed query results and run queries without additional setup. Overall, it streamlines the process of gaining insights from data.
New RHEL 10 Now Available for AWS with Enhanced Performance and Security
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10 is now available for AWS, offering optimized performance and enhanced security. It features pre-tuned images, built-in monitoring, and simplified management for AWS users. This solution helps organizations accelerate innovation while reducing operational overhead. RHEL for AWS can be accessed via Amazon EC2 Console or AWS Marketplace.
Azure Container Apps now supports mounting Network File System (NFS) Azure Files volumes to your containerized applications
Azure Container Apps has introduced support for mounting Network File System (NFS) Azure Files volumes. This feature allows for a scalable and high-performance file system for applications. Users can share data between multiple containers or persist data through container restarts. This enhancement improves data management for containerized applications.
Azure Storage Mover Expands to Support SMB to Blob Migrations
Azure Storage Mover now allows users to migrate SMB shares directly to Azure Blob containers. This fully managed service helps transfer on-premises files and folders to Azure while reducing downtime. It ensures secure migrations with features like just-in-time permissions and Azure Key Vault. The service also supports migrating from NFS shares to Azure Blob containers and SMB sources to Azure File shares.
Upgrade to PostgreSQL 17 on Azure with Easy In-Place Process
Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server can now be upgraded to PostgreSQL 17 through a simple in-place upgrade, currently in public preview. This process minimizes downtime and avoids manual data migration. PostgreSQL 17 offers enhanced performance, new SQL/JSON features, and improved partition management. Users on older versions are encouraged to upgrade for better security and support.
Azure Database for MySQL bindings for Azure Functions.
Azure Database for MySQL bindings for Azure Functions are now generally available. This integration allows for easy interaction with MySQL databases, reducing the code needed for database operations. Developers can quickly create scalable, event-driven applications and serverless APIs. Supported programming languages include C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, and PowerShell.
GCP Enhances Datastream with MongoDB Change Event Replication
GCP's Datastream now supports replicating change events from MongoDB, an open-source NoSQL database that uses JSON-like documents. Key concepts include SRV connection strings, standard connection URIs, replica sets for redundancy, and sharded clusters for data distribution. Change streams are utilized to replicate updates to the destination database. Pre-GA features are available "as is" with limited support.
GCP Launches NVIDIA GPU Support for Cloud Run, Enhancing AI Application Development
Google Cloud's Cloud Run now supports NVIDIA GPUs, offering pay-per-second billing and automatic scaling to zero for cost efficiency. Developers can quickly deploy GPU-accelerated applications with rapid startup times and full streaming support. This release eliminates quota requests, making GPU access easier for all users. Cloud Run with GPU support is backed by a Service Level Agreement for reliability.
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