Definition
Platform as a Service (PaaS) is the cloud model in which the provider offers a complete platform for application development and operations, including the OS, runtime, databases, and scaling mechanisms. The developer supplies only the application code. Examples include Google App Engine, Heroku, and Dina (TvimenningOld Norse meaning 'two bound together' - one who solves a task shoulder to shoulder with another.'s cloud platform via Sokkel.ioNorwegian PaaS provider and cloud infrastructure partner - hosts Tvimenning's products in production.). PaaS reduces the operational burden and allows development teams to focus on business value.