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Guides and insights on AWS cost optimization and resource scheduling.
1 June 2026 · 5 min read
What Happened to ParkMyCloud? Is It Still Available?
ParkMyCloud was acquired by Turbonomic, then absorbed into IBM's Turbonomic portfolio. Here is the timeline, what changed, and an AWS-only alternative.
21 May 2026 · 7 min read
ParkMyAWS vs AWS Instance Scheduler
AWS Instance Scheduler is free, but free has a price. A detailed comparison of features, setup time, and total cost of ownership versus a managed alternative.
12 May 2026 · 6 min read
How to Schedule RDS Instances Automatically
RDS instances cost the same whether you use them or not. Learn three ways to stop and start them on a schedule — and the gotchas no one warns you about.
6 May 2026 · 5 min read
How Much Do Idle Dev and Staging Environments Really Cost?
Most teams underestimate what they spend on non-production AWS resources. Here is the math, with realistic numbers, and what it adds up to over a year.
18 February 2026 · 7 min read
AWS Cost Optimization Tools Compared
A practical comparison of AWS cost optimization tools including AWS Cost Explorer, Trusted Advisor, third-party platforms, and scheduling solutions.
18 February 2026 · 5 min read
ParkMyAWS vs DIY Lambda + EventBridge Scheduling
A detailed comparison of building your own AWS scheduling with Lambda and EventBridge versus using ParkMyAWS. Feature comparison, total cost of ownership, and when DIY makes sense.
14 February 2026 · 6 min read
How to Schedule EC2 Instances Automatically
Compare three approaches to EC2 scheduling: AWS Instance Scheduler, Lambda + EventBridge, and managed tools. Step-by-step setup for each method.
10 February 2026 · 8 min read
How to Reduce AWS Costs: A Complete Guide
Practical strategies to lower your AWS bill, from right-sizing instances to automated scheduling. Learn which approaches deliver the biggest savings with the least effort.