This category is for discussions about cloud providers and services that are not covered in the AWS, GCP, or Azure categories. Whether you’re using DigitalOcean, Linode, Vultr, Hetzner, or any other cloud provider, this is the place to ask questions and share experiences.
What to Post Here
- Questions about alternative cloud platforms like DigitalOcean, Vultr, Linode, Hetzner, OVH, IBM Cloud, Oracle Cloud, etc.
- Discussions on cloud hosting, VPS setups, and containerized deployments outside of AWS/GCP/Azure.
- Troubleshooting server provisioning, networking, storage, or security configurations on these platforms.
- Best practices for cost optimization, scaling, and cloud management on non-mainstream providers.
- Comparisons of alternative cloud providers based on performance, pricing, and features.
What NOT to Post Here
- Questions related to AWS, GCP, or Azure (these should be posted in their respective categories).
- General DevOps or infrastructure topics that do not involve cloud computing.
- Vague or broad questions without specific details, configurations, or error messages.
- Job postings, promotions, or unrelated discussions.
Guidelines
- Be Specific: Include the cloud provider name, relevant configurations, and error messages if applicable.
- Use Tags: Add tags like
digitalocean,vultr,linode,hetznerororacle-cloudfor better categorization. - Reference Resources: When possible, link to the official documentation of the provider you are discussing.
Examples
- Good Post: “How do I configure a private networking setup between two DigitalOcean droplets? [Configuration details included]”
- Bad Post: “Which cloud provider is the best?”
This category is for users exploring cloud platforms beyond the big three (AWS, GCP, Azure). Share your insights and experiences to help others make informed decisions!