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Cloud Computing · Foundational

Replatform

Migration strategy that makes a few cloud optimizations without changing core architecture, sometimes called lift, tinker and shift.

Definition

Replatforming swaps components for managed services or newer platforms, such as moving a self-managed database to Amazon RDS or a web app to a PaaS like Elastic Beanstalk or App Service, gaining operational benefits with limited code changes.

Example

An app's on-premises MySQL database is moved to Amazon RDS while application code stays the same.

Exam tip

Moving to a managed database or PaaS without redesigning the app is replatform, not refactor.

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