Use cases for migrating workloads to AWS Graviton (PEX107)

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Cloud Adoption Journey and Modernizing Applications

  • Cloud adoption is not just about migration, but also about maximizing cloud business value through application modernization.
  • When modernizing applications, the choice of compute is a significant decision, and AWS Graviton is a compelling option to consider.

Why Choose AWS Graviton?

  • AWS Graviton offers up to 20% lower costs and 20% better performance compared to x86 instances, resulting in a 40% price-performance improvement.
  • Graviton also uses up to 60% less energy, contributing to sustainability.
  • Graviton has seen 4 generations released in the past 6 years, with each generation providing significant performance and cost benefits.
  • Graviton is a general-purpose CPU suitable for a wide range of use cases, including open-source databases, AI/ML workloads, and more.

Adopting AWS Graviton

  • Graviton can be easily adopted through managed services, where minimal effort is required to switch and test workloads.
  • Compiled languages like C and Rust may require a bit more work, but major compilers support Graviton.
  • The Graviton Technical Guide on GitHub and the Graviton Fast Start Guide provide resources to help with adoption.
  • The Porting Advisor for Graviton is a command-line tool that analyzes source code for any dependencies or patterns that may need updating.

Customer Success Stories

  • Amazon's own use of Graviton processors has been ramping up, with over a quarter-million Graviton chips contributing to their Prime Day success.
  • Informatica saw a 25% increase in their ingestion rate and a 25% reduction in search latency after migrating to Graviton.
  • Sprinklers, an AI/ML use case, highlighted the great price-performance value of Graviton for such workloads.

Partnering for Graviton Adoption

  • AWS Partners have been validated and tested to help customers adopt Graviton, providing unique service solutions and software integration.
  • These partners can help reduce time-to-value for Graviton projects and ensure maximum value for customers.
  • The presentation includes a list of key AWS Graviton partners, both service and software partners.

Additional Resources

  • The Graviton Technical Guide on GitHub, the Graviton Fast Start Guide, and the Porting Advisor for Graviton are recommended resources for further information and guidance.
  • The presenters, Dean Brida and Mario Popish, are available to answer any questions after the session.

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