How should a startup choose a cloud provider like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud?

All major cloud providers offer more than enough capability for most startups, so the best choice often comes down to where your team has experience and what integrations you expect to need. If you already have people comfortable with one provider, staying with it usually beats chasing theoretical price differences. Look at practical factors: managed database offerings, serverless options, logging and monitoring tools, and support in your region. Also consider any compliance or data residency requirements your customers may have. The goal is to spend more time building your product and less time fighting infrastructure.