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Dec 25, 2025
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Deployment Basics

Classification
Software Engineering | Languages | JavaScript | Node
Keywords
javascript | node

About This Episode:

Your Node.js journey is about to go live ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿš€

Youโ€™ve built, refactored, and refined โ€” now itโ€™s time to deploy your application to the real world!
In this episode, weโ€™ll walk through the key steps and best practices for running your Node.js app in production.

๐Ÿ‘‰ In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to:

โš™๏ธ Configure your app for different environments
๐Ÿ“Š Manage logs and monitor performance
๐Ÿงฑ Handle errors gracefully in production
๐ŸŒฑ Use environment variables for configuration
๐ŸŒ€ Keep your app running with process managers like PM2

By the end, youโ€™ll understand what it takes to make your Node.js app not just work โ€” but thrive in production ๐Ÿ’ช

๐Ÿ’ก Relevant Links

Previous TekCasts series:
- JavaScript for Beginners: https://tekcasts.com/play/javascript-for-beginners-what-is-javascript
- JavaScript in the Browser: https://tekcasts.com/play/javascript-in-the-browser-browser-runtime-environment

Libraries & Tools mentioned:
- PM2 Process Manager: https://pm2.keymetrics.io/
- Node.js Documentation: https://nodejs.org/en/docs/
- dotenv: https://www.npmjs.com/package/dotenv
Bob Cravens

Bob Cravens

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Owner
TekFoundry
Wisconsin
United States
Short Bio:
Bob Cravens is a seasoned technology leader, software architect, and educator with a passion for empowering others through practical, real-world knowledge. As the founder of TekFoundry, Bob has dedicated his career to designing and delivering innovative software solutions that combine cutting-edge technology with elegant simplicity.

At TekCasts, Bob leverages over two decades of experience in software engineering, application architecture, and team leadership to create engaging, high-impact courses for developers and technology professionals. His instructional style is rooted in practical application, offering insights drawn from his extensive background in industries like medical devices and global technology consulting.

Bobโ€™s expertise spans a variety of technologies and methodologies, including PHP/Laravel, FastAPI, and DevOps, as well as architecture best practices and team dynamics. Whether teaching foundational concepts or advanced strategies, heโ€™s passionate about helping others turn complex challenges into streamlined solutions.

When not crafting elegant code or inspiring the next generation of tech innovators, Bob enjoys exploring the intersection of technology, business strategy, and creative problem-solving.