Setting Up Git-Based Deployment on a Virtual Private Server (VPS)

Efficient deployment is crucial for modern web applications. In this guide, we'll explore how to set up a Git-based deployment workflow on a Virtual Private Server (VPS), made incredibly simple with DeployHQ.

Why Git-Based Deployment?

Git-based deployment offers numerous advantages:

• Seamless code synchronization
• Version control integration
• Consistent deployment process
• Easy rollback capabilities
• Improved development workflow

Prerequisites

Before getting started, ensure you have:

• A VPS with SSH access (the one of your choice)
• Git installed on your server (not needed if the setup is using SFTP)
• Your project hosted in a Git repository
• A DeployHQ account

Preparing Your VPS for Deployment

1. Create Deployment Directory

# Navigate to your web directory
cd /var/www/

# Create project directory
mkdir myproject
cd myproject

2. Set Up SSH Access

Ensure your VPS is configured with SSH access:

• Generate SSH keys
• Add public key to server's authorized_keys
• Configure proper permissions

Integrating with DeployHQ

Instead of manually configuring complex deployment hooks, DeployHQ provides a straightforward solution:

1- Connect Your Repository

• Link your Git repository (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket)
• Select the branch you want to deploy

2- Configure Server Details

• Add your VPS connection information
• Specify deployment path
• Set up any necessary build or deployment commands

Sample DeployHQ Configuration

# Example deployment configuration
deployment:
  server: your-vps-ip
  path: /var/www/myproject
  branch: main
  build:
    - npm install
    - npm run build
  after_deploy:
    - sudo systemctl restart your-app

Deployment Workflow

With DeployHQ, your deployment becomes as simple as:

1. Push code to your configured branch
2. DeployHQ automatically handles the rest
3. Receive instant deployment notifications

Best Practices

1. Use environment-specific configurations
2. Implement proper access controls
3. Set up deployment notifications
4. Utilize DeployHQ's rollback features

Advanced Deployment Strategies

While basic Git deployment works well, consider:

• Multi-environment deployments
• Automated testing
• Containerization
• Continuous Integration workflows

Why Choose DeployHQ?

Our platform offers:

• Zero-downtime deployments
• Instant rollbacks
• Comprehensive deployment logs
• Multi-server support
• Easy integration with popular repositories

Conclusion

Git-based deployment doesn't have to be complicated. With DeployHQ, you can transform your deployment process from a complex task to a seamless, automated workflow.

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