Deploying a Web Site Using Vercel
Step 1: Prepare Your Project
Ensure your project is ready for deployment:
- Check for errors and complete package.json.
- Prepare environment variables for later setup in Vercel.
Step 2: Sign Up/Login to Vercel
- Visit Vercel's website.
- Create a new account or log in.
- Opt for GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, or email sign-up.
Step 3: Connect Your Git Repository
- In Vercel, click “New Project”.
- Import your project from your Git provider.
- Authorize Vercel to access your repository.
Step 4: Configure Your Project
- Choose your project name and framework preset.
- Set the root directory if not in the repository's root.
- Add necessary environment variables.
Step 5: Deploy Your Project
- Click “Deploy”.
- Vercel will build and deploy your site.
- Monitor the deployment progress.
Step 6: Domain Setup (Optional)
- Vercel assigns a default .vercel.app domain.
- Add a custom domain via project settings if needed.
Step 7: Updates and Redeployments
- Pushing changes to your repo automatically triggers redeployments.
- Manual redeployments can be done via the Vercel dashboard.
Step 8: Monitor Your Deployment
- Use Vercel’s dashboard for analytics, logs, and performance monitoring.