Aiven has introduced a new Developer tier for its PostgreSQL services, positioned between the existing Free and Professional tiers, starting at $8 USD per month. This tier provides enhanced features compared to the Free tier, including increased storage capacity up to 8GB, basic support services, and the assurance that inactive services will not automatically power off, ensuring continuous uptime. Designed as a cost-effective solution for test and personal projects, the Developer tier allows users to maintain a stable PostgreSQL environment with essential features like daily backups, while offering the flexibility to downgrade to the Free tier or upgrade to the Professional tier as project needs evolve. The introduction of this tier aims to offer users a scalable option that balances cost and functionality without the advanced features of the Professional tier, such as specific cloud provider selection and advanced networking options.