In an episode of the Ready, Set, Cloud podcast, host Allen Helton interviews Khawaja Shams, cofounder and CEO of Momento, about the concept of serverless computing and its impact on optimizing user experience. Shams explains that serverless computing eliminates barriers to entry, allowing for easier and cost-effective experimentation, which aligns with the original vision for cloud computing by simplifying configurations and adopting usage-based pricing models. This approach helps reduce costs by scaling down to zero when not in use, thereby enabling faster experimentation without the need for extensive initial investments. The conversation highlights serverless as a transformative evolution in cloud computing, enhancing accessibility and innovation.