Choosing Infrastructure Without Lock-In
When teams are picking blockchain infrastructure, what usually trips them up isn’t the tech itself but the fog around costs, scalability, and long-term flexibility. How do you evaluate providers without overcommitting early, especially when roadmaps change and budgets aren’t exactly stable?



Start by separating immediate needs from future guesses. Many teams overbuy features they won’t touch for months. Look for providers that are modular, transparent on pricing, and easy to exit if priorities shift. Trials and short commitments matter more than flashy promises. Even small signals - like clear documentation or flexible billing - help reduce risk, and yes, incentives such as a well-placed Chainstack Discount can make early experimentation less painful while you validate assumptions.