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Date Published
Author
Andy Kimball
Word count
3446
Language
English
Hacker News points
265

Summary

CockroachDB serverless offers a "forever-free" SQL database solution designed to eliminate the complexities of server management by charging users only for the resources they actually utilize. This serverless architecture leverages multi-tenancy, where each tenant can feel like they have their own dedicated CockroachDB cluster, despite sharing the underlying infrastructure with others. The system dynamically scales by allocating resources according to real-time demand, using Kubernetes to manage SQL pods, which are isolated per tenant to ensure security and performance. These pods can be created or destroyed quickly in response to changes in load, keeping costs low and efficiency high. The architecture includes sophisticated security measures, such as isolating tenant data within shared storage nodes using unique identifiers, and ensures fairness in resource distribution through an integrated admission control system. The autoscaler continuously monitors and adjusts the number of SQL pods based on recent CPU usage, maintaining a balance between stability and responsiveness. CockroachDB's approach allows for rapid deployment and cost-effective scaling, making it an attractive option for developers looking for a robust, scalable, and free database solution.