Deploying-Node.js-applications-with-PM2

Effortlessly deploy and manage Node.js applications with PM2. Ensure optimal performance, easy monitoring, and seamless deployment on your server. Follow TargetedVisitors ;step-by-step guide for a streamlined and efficient process Deploying Node.js applications with PM2 on Vultr is a streamlined process that ensures efficient performance and easy management of your applications. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the deployment: Step 1: Set Up Your Vultr Server

1. Create a Vultr Account:

   If you don't have an account, sign up on the Vultr website.

2. Deploy a New Server:

   Choose a server location, select a server type (e.g., Ubuntu), and configure the necessary settings.

3. Access Your Server:

   Use an SSH client to connect to your server using the provided IP address and login credentials.

• Step 2: Install Node.js and NPM

Update Package Lists:

sudo apt update

Install Node.js and NPM:

sudo apt install nodejs
sudo apt install npm

Step 3: Install PM2 Globally

• Install PM2:

  sudo npm install -g pm2
  

Step 4: Upload Your Node.js Application

• Transfer Your Application: Use SCP or SFTP to upload your Node.js application to your server.

Step 5: Install Application Dependencies

• Navigate to Your App's Directory:

cd /path/to/your/app

Install Dependencies:

npm install

Step 6: Start Your Node.js Application with PM2

• Start Your Application:

  pm2 start your-app.js
  

Save the Process List:

pm2 save

Set PM2 to Start on Boot:

pm2 startup

Step 7: Configure Nginx as a Reverse Proxy (Optional)

• Install Nginx:

sudo apt install nginx

Create a New Nginx Site Configuration:

• Configure Nginx to forward requests to your Node.js app.

• Restart Nginx:

sudo systemctl restart nginx

Step 8: Monitor Your Application with PM2

• View Process Status:

pm2 status

Monitor Logs:

pm2 logs

Paste the following content into the index.js file.

const express = require("express");
const app = express();

app.get("/", (req, res) => {
  res.send("<h1>Hello World, greetings from Vultr</h1>");
});

app.listen(3000, () => {
  console.log("Server listening on port 3000");
});

The code block above defines a basic Express-based application that displays the "Hello World, greetings from Vultr" message when you visit the home page.

Article Overview:

Explore the comprehensive guide on deploying Node.js applications utilizing PM2 on a Vultr Cloud Compute server. This tutorial walks you through the process of creating, scaling, and monitoring a PM2 service. Additionally, discover how to configure Nginx as a reverse proxy server for your PM2 service, enhancing security with an SSL certificate.

As a natural extension of your Node.js deployment, delve into the advantages of utilizing Vultr Managed Database for hosting your application's database. This solution offers a secure, highly available, and easily scalable database cluster, simplifying your database management.

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