DevOps for startups: the minimum that prevents pain later

<h2>Automate deployments early</h2><p>Use CI to run tests and build artifacts. Use predictable deploy steps.</p><p>Avoid manual server tweaks that no one can reproduce.</p><h2>Add monitoring before you need it</h2><p>Track errors, latency, and resource usage from day one.</p><p>Set up alerts that are actionable, not noisy.</p><h2>Backups are not optional</h2><p>Automate database backups and test restore procedures.</p><p>Store backups off-server and rotate credentials.</p><h2>FAQs</h2><h3>What’s the simplest production setup?</h3><p>A Dockerized app behind Nginx with SSL, a managed or self-hosted Postgres, and basic monitoring.</p><h3>When should we use Kubernetes?</h3><p>Only when you have real scaling/operational needs that justify the complexity.</p><h3>How do we handle secrets?</h3><p>Use environment variables and a secrets manager when needed. Don’t commit secrets to git.</p><h2>Next step</h2><p>If you want help applying this to your product, contact Webokit or book a call.</p><ul><li><a href=\"/services/custom-software-development\">Custom software</a></li><li><a href=\"/contact\">Contact</a></li><li><a href=\"/book\">Book</a></li></ul>