Migrating from AWS to UpCloud: what moves, what changes, what it costs

Migrating from AWS to UpCloud is straightforward for standard web architectures using virtual machines, Kubernetes, and S3-compatible storage. While proprietary AWS services like DynamoDB require open-source replacements, companies reduce costs by eliminating outbound data transfer fees and Kubernetes control plane charges. Separately, a developer created a voice agent during a hackathon to enable natural, conversational interactions with software. This project focused on moving beyond text-based communication through rapid experimentation and decision-making under pressure.