Cost optimize database migrations with AWS DMS: Part 2

This article provides guidance on how to optimize costs when using AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) for database migrations.

Specifically, the article covers:

• Regularly evaluating and scaling AWS DMS instance size based on migration phases and performance requirements
• Performing selective data migration to reduce data transfer and storage costs
• Optimizing costs using AWS DMS features like Serverless auto-scaling and homogenous migrations
• Configuring AWS DMS settings like task threads, CDC tasks, and replication buffers to improve performance and cost
• Conclusion on leveraging AWS DMS capabilities for cost-effective database migrations