Well, I'd look into ways to get off the AWS train then. You're already in better starting position given the use of ECS, so you have some preparation for runnin

Well, I'd look into ways to get off the AWS train then. You're already in better starting position given the use of ECS, so you have some preparation for running containers. Since AWS is too expensive, I figure Heroku is right out, and it pushes towards cost optimization a lot. Personally I'd go with some low-cost hosted kubernetes so long as the provider also includes database hosting and integrates logging and such - this means avoiding some of the most complex for starters tasks of handling it - but I also already have k8s experience. Despite what some people say it doesn't have to be complex, but I'd consult with whoever you have available regarding operations - who knows, they might offer some services you didn't know about before. Keeping to something like "twelve factor app" will help to keep your stack simple to deploy no matter which way you go, IMO.