Should I use AWS Lambda or containers for my application?

I'm trying to decide whether to use AWS Lambda or containers for my application. What do you recommend?

It depends on your application's requirements. AWS Lambda is great for event-driven architectures and can scale automatically, while containers offer more control and flexibility.

What are the main advantages of using AWS Lambda?

AWS Lambda allows you to run code without provisioning servers, automatically scales with demand, and you only pay for the compute time you consume.

And what about containers? What are their benefits?

Containers provide consistency across environments, easier dependency management, and can be orchestrated for complex applications using tools like Kubernetes.

Are there any scenarios where I should definitely choose one over the other?

Yes, if you have a microservices architecture or need to run long-lived processes, containers might be better. For simple, event-driven tasks, Lambda is often the way to go.