As developers, we want to explore various hosting options for our Node.js backend to ensure we select the most suitable and
cost-effective solution for deployment. Our project currently lacks a defined hosting solution for the Node.js backend. By investigating various hosting options, we can make informed decisions that align with our performance, scalability, and budget requirements.
Tasks
Research popular hosting providers suitable for Node.js applications (e.g., Heroku, AWS, DigitalOcean, Vercel).
Evaluate the features, pricing, and scalability of each hosting option.
Check for community feedback and documentation for the chosen hosting providers.
Consider any specific requirements we have for deployment, such as environment variables, database integration, or scalability.
Compile findings into a document for team review.
Acceptance Criteria (Checks)
[ ] A list of potential hosting providers is created with pros and cons for each.
[ ] Pricing models and scalability options are documented.
[ ] Team members are informed about the hosting options and provided with recommendations.
Additional Information and Useful Links
Heroku Documentation
Heroku offers easy deployment for Node.js applications with a free tier for basic apps.
AWS Elastic Beanstalk for Node.js
AWS Elastic Beanstalk provides scalable deployment with built-in load balancing and auto-scaling for Node.js.
DigitalOcean App Platform
A Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offering from DigitalOcean for deploying Node.js apps with a user-friendly interface.
Vercel for Node.js
Vercel specializes in serverless deployment and is ideal for static websites with a Node.js backend.
Google Cloud App Engine
Google Cloud’s App Engine offers automatic scaling and a fully managed environment for Node.js.
Azure App Service for Node.js
Azure's App Service makes it easy to deploy and scale Node.js applications with built-in CI/CD.
Render for Node.js
Render is an easy-to-use platform for deploying full-stack Node.js applications with auto-deploy on git push.
Context
As developers, we want to explore various hosting options for our Node.js backend to ensure we select the most suitable and cost-effective solution for deployment. Our project currently lacks a defined hosting solution for the Node.js backend. By investigating various hosting options, we can make informed decisions that align with our performance, scalability, and budget requirements.
Tasks
Acceptance Criteria (Checks)
Additional Information and Useful Links
Heroku Documentation
Heroku offers easy deployment for Node.js applications with a free tier for basic apps.
AWS Elastic Beanstalk for Node.js
AWS Elastic Beanstalk provides scalable deployment with built-in load balancing and auto-scaling for Node.js.
DigitalOcean App Platform
A Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offering from DigitalOcean for deploying Node.js apps with a user-friendly interface.
Vercel for Node.js
Vercel specializes in serverless deployment and is ideal for static websites with a Node.js backend.
Google Cloud App Engine
Google Cloud’s App Engine offers automatic scaling and a fully managed environment for Node.js.
Azure App Service for Node.js
Azure's App Service makes it easy to deploy and scale Node.js applications with built-in CI/CD.
Render for Node.js
Render is an easy-to-use platform for deploying full-stack Node.js applications with auto-deploy on git push.
Netlify for Serverless Functions
While more known for static sites, Netlify also supports serverless Node.js functions.