DevOps and Deploy with Vercel
DevOps connects development with operations. In this tutorial you'll learn to set up CI/CD pipelines and deploy web applications professionally and automatically.
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Prerequisites
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- Basic Git knowledge
- GitHub account
- A web project to deploy
- Terminal with basic command access
- Account on Vercel, Netlify or similar
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CI/CD with GitHub Actions
GitHub Actions allows you to automate your workflow directly from your repository. You can set up pipelines that run tests, linting and automatic deployment with each push.
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# .github/workflows/deploy.yml
name: Deploy
on:
push:
branches: [main]
jobs:
deploy:
runs-on: ubuntu-latest
steps:
- uses: actions/checkout@v4
- uses: actions/setup-node@v4
- run: npm ci
- run: npm run build
- run: npm testPro Tip
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Deployment strategies
There are several deployment strategies depending on your needs. From direct deployment to blue-green deployments, each strategy has its advantages for different scenarios.
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- Direct deploy: Simple, ideal for small projects
- Preview deployments: Each PR generates a test environment
- Blue-Green: Two identical environments for zero-downtime
- Rolling: Gradually updates instances
- Canary: Deploys to a small percentage of users first
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Conclusion
Implementing CI/CD transforms your development workflow. Automating tests and deployments reduces human error and allows you to deliver value faster. Start simple and keep improving your pipeline over time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
THE AUTHOR
Peter Lima
Peter is a full stack web developer with over 5 years of experience creating digital solutions. Specialist in React, Next.js and Node.js, passionate about sharing knowledge and helping other developers grow professionally.
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