Deployment

This document outlines the steps required to deploy the application to a production environment.

Prerequisites

  • Access to the production server
  • Necessary credentials for database and other services
  • The latest version of the application code

Steps

  1. Prepare the Environment:

    • Ensure the production server is running and accessible.
    • Verify that all required software is installed on the server.

  2. Upload the Application:

    • Use SCP or FTP to transfer the application files to the server.
    • Place the files in the appropriate directory.

  3. Configure the Application:

    • Copy the .env.production file to the server, if applicable.
    • Update any environment-specific configuration settings.

  4. Set Up the Database:

    • Create the production database, if not already set up.
    • Run migrations and seed the database with any necessary data.

  5. Start the Application:

    • Depending on the application, this might involve starting a web server, a background job processor, etc.
    • Ensure that all services are running as expected.

  6. Verify the Deployment:

    • Access the application through its public URL to ensure it's running correctly.
    • Check application logs for any errors or warnings.

  7. Monitor the Application:

    • Set up monitoring and alerting tools to keep track of the application's health and performance.

CI/CD Pipeline

// TODO: Add details on setting up a CI/CD pipeline for automated deployments.

Rollback Plan

In case of any issues, have a rollback plan ready:

  • Keep the previous version of the application ready for deployment.
  • Ensure database backups are taken before the deployment, to restore if necessary.

Conclusion

Following these steps will help ensure a smooth deployment process. Always test thoroughly in a staging environment before deploying to production.