GlossaryConceptUpdated September 2026

Serverless

noun · also: queue, webhook, cron

What is serverless?

Serverless means code that runs on demand without you managing the server — the underlying infrastructure for most modern automation platforms.

Definition

Full definition of serverless

AWS Lambda, Cloudflare Workers, Vercel Functions are serverless platforms. Your code runs only when triggered (HTTP request, scheduled job, queue message); you pay per execution.

In practice

Serverless examples

Serverless billing
$0.0000002 per Lambda invocation + compute time. A typical workflow run: $0.00001.
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Apps that exemplify serverless

See serverless in action across real integrations.

FAQ

Common questions about serverless

Does serverless have downsides?
Cold starts (first invocation takes longer), execution time limits (15 min max), and statelessness (no in-memory cache across runs). Mostly invisible in workflow tools.
Do I need to manage servers to run workflows on Tiny Command?
No. Tiny Command is a hosted platform, so workflows run on its infrastructure and there is nothing for you to provision.

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