Production Deployment Expert FAQs

Question 1

Is this skill compatible with apps built in Lovable or Replit?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it features specific workflows for founders using 'all-in-one' platforms, focusing on domain connection, SSL verification, and production database scaling.

Question 2

Do I need a custom domain for my MVP?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a custom domain (e.g., .com or .io) is essential for professional trust. This skill walks you through purchasing a domain and configuring DNS records in minutes.

Question 3

Which hosting provider is best for a solo founder?

Accepted Answer

For Next.js applications, Vercel is the top recommendation. For full-stack apps using other frameworks, Railway offers the best balance of simplicity and power for solo founders.

Question 4

How do I keep my API keys safe during deployment?

Accepted Answer

This skill provides instructions on using your hosting provider's environment variable dashboard and ensures secrets are added to .gitignore so they are never leaked in your code repository.

Question 5

What should I do if my site goes down after deployment?

Accepted Answer

The skill includes a troubleshooting framework to check logs, verify environment variables, and execute rollbacks to a previous stable version within minutes.

Production Deployment Expert

Key Features

Use Cases

Production Deployment Expert

Key Features

Use Cases