What is STACKIT Cloud Foundry?
STACKIT Cloud Foundry is a fully managed Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) that enables developers to deploy applications without infrastructure management. With a simple cf push command, the platform automatically handles container building, load balancing, health checks, and scaling. All services run in German data centers and are GDPR-compliant.
Core Features
- Deploy via
cf pushwithout Dockerfiles or Kubernetes manifests - Buildpacks for Java, Node.js, Python, Go, Ruby, PHP, and .NET
- Integrated services: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, RabbitMQ
- Blue-green deployments for zero-downtime updates
- Auto-scaling based on metrics
Typical Use Cases
Rapid prototyping: Deploy MVPs and prototypes within days without building DevOps expertise.
Microservices: Independent deployment and scaling of dozens of services with integrated service discovery.
CI/CD pipelines: Integration with GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins for fully automated deployments.
Benefits
- Full GDPR compliance in German data centers
- Developers focus on code instead of infrastructure
- Automatic security updates through maintained buildpacks
- Open source based, no vendor lock-in
Integration with innFactory
As an official STACKIT partner, innFactory supports you with Cloud Foundry: architecture, migration, operations, and cost optimization.
Available Tiers & Options
Cloud Foundry
- Zero infrastructure management
- Auto-scaling
- Built-in services
- Opinionated architecture
- Less flexibility than Kubernetes
Typical Use Cases
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What programming languages are supported?
Java, Node.js, Python, Go, Ruby, PHP, and .NET via official buildpacks. Custom buildpacks enable any language.
How does auto-scaling work?
Apps scale based on CPU, memory, or custom metrics. Min/max instances and thresholds are configurable.
Can I connect databases?
Yes. PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, and RabbitMQ via Service Marketplace. Credentials are automatically injected.
What is the difference to Kubernetes?
Cloud Foundry is higher abstracted: cf push instead of YAML manifests. Less flexibility but significantly easier for standard web applications.
