Cloud Computing: Azure vs AWS for Developers

Compare the major cloud platforms and understand which services developers commonly use.

Cloud platforms have become a fundamental part of modern software development. Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services provide services for computing, databases, networking, storage, security, monitoring, and AI. Azure can be particularly attractive for organizations already using Microsoft technologies such as .NET, Microsoft Entra ID, and SQL Server. AWS provides an extremely broad ecosystem and is widely used by startups and enterprises. The best choice depends on application requirements, infrastructure, team expertise, pricing, and geographic availability.