EdgeWorkers is Akamai's serverless edge computing solution that provides development teams with tools to create and deploy microservices across a vast network of distributed servers. This platform enables developers to build, test, and run custom code at the edge, closer to end-users, resulting in improved performance, reduced latency, and enhanced user experiences. By leveraging Akamai's global infrastructure, EdgeWorkers allows for real-time data processing, personalization, and dynamic content delivery, empowering businesses to create more responsive, scalable, and efficient web applications.

Key Features

Serverless Edge Computing EdgeWorkers allows developers to run custom code at the edge without managing infrastructure.

• Execute JavaScript-based functions across Akamai's distributed network
• Seamless integration with existing Akamai services and configurations

Global Distribution Leverage Akamai's vast network of servers for improved performance and reduced latency.

• Deploy code to hundreds of thousands of servers worldwide
• Bring computation closer to end-users for faster response times

Real-time Processing Enable instant data manipulation and decision-making at the edge.

• Process and transform data in real-time before it reaches the origin server
• Implement dynamic routing and request handling based on user context

Benefits

Enhanced Performance Improve application speed and responsiveness by moving computations closer to users.

• Reduce latency by processing requests at the edge
• Offload origin servers, leading to improved scalability and reduced infrastructure costs

Increased Flexibility Empower developers to create custom solutions tailored to specific business needs.

• Implement complex logic and algorithms directly at the edge
• Rapidly iterate and deploy new features without modifying backend systems

Improved User Experience Deliver personalized and context-aware content to users more efficiently.

• Customize content based on user location, device, or other attributes
• Implement A/B testing and experimentation at the edge for faster insights