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How do I deploy Mern app to DigitalOcean?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 2:16 pm

Deploying Mern app to DigitalOcean is simple. First, create an account on DigitalOcean and then create a Droplet.

Next, install the Mern app on your Droplet. Finally, configure the Droplet to use the Mern app.

To install the Mern app on your Droplet, open the DigitalOcean console and click on the Droplets tab. Then, click on the name of the Droplet you want to use to deploy Mern app. Next, click on the Edit button next to the Droplet’s Details section. On the Edit Droplet page, click on the Settings button.

PRO TIP: When deploying a Mern app to DigitalOcean, it is important to take care of a few things. First, make sure that all of your dependencies are updated and secure. Secondly, take care of your database and user permissions. Finally, make sure to test your application thoroughly before deploying it to a production server.

In the Settings panel, click on the Deployment tab. Under the Deployment options section, select the Mern app from the Select app dropdown. Finally, click on the Deploy button.

To configure your Droplet to use the Mern app, open the DigitalOcean console and click on the Droplets tab.

In the Settings panel, click on the Security button. Under the Security options section, click on the Enable SSH button. Finally, enter the password for your Droplet in the SSH login field and click on the Save button.

Now, when you deploy Mern app on your Droplet, Mern will use the SSH connection to log in to your Droplet and start working.

Kathy McFarland

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