GCP
This section covers deployment options for the Care application on Google Cloud Platform.
Available Deployment Options
1. Google Cloud Storage (GCS)
Static website hosting with three-step deployment process:
- Infrastructure Setup
- Deployment Process
- Monitoring & Operations
2. Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Container orchestration with three-step deployment process:
- Infrastructure Setup
- CI/CD Configuration
- Trigger Setup
Choosing a Deployment Option
Choose based on your requirements:
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Use GCS if you need:
- Static website hosting
- Global content delivery
- Simple deployment process
- Cost-effective solution
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Use GKE if you need:
- Container orchestration
- Microservices architecture
- Advanced scaling capabilities
- Complex deployment scenarios
Prerequisites
- Google Cloud SDK installed
- GCP project with billing enabled
- Appropriate IAM permissions
- Domain name (if using custom domain)
Common Configuration
Before deploying, ensure you have:
- Domain name configured in GCP DNS
- SSL certificate (managed by GCP)
- Appropriate IAM permissions
- Billing enabled on the project
Deployment Selection Guide
Choose your deployment method based on:
- GKE: For containerized applications, microservices, or when you need Kubernetes features
- GCS: For static websites, single-page applications (SPAs), or when you need simple, cost-effective hosting
Cost Considerations
- GKE: Higher cost but more flexible and scalable
- GCS: Lower cost, pay-per-use model, ideal for static content