The Laravel ecosystem has always been about making developers' lives easier, and the recent release of Laravel Cloud is no exception. If you're a Laravel developer, this is one announcement you don’t want to miss. Whether you're just starting out or scaling up a massive application, Laravel Cloud is here to simplify your deployment process and take your projects to the next level. And the best part? It comes with a free tier for beginners, so you can test the waters before committing.
What is Laravel Cloud?
Laravel Cloud is a new platform designed specifically for Laravel applications. It’s built to handle everything from deployment to scaling, so you can focus on writing code instead of worrying about infrastructure. With seamless integration into the Laravel ecosystem, it’s like having a dedicated DevOps team at your fingertips.
Why Laravel Developers Should Be Excited
Built for Laravel, by LaravelLaravel Cloud is tailor-made for Laravel applications. It understands the framework inside and out, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility. No more fiddling with server configurations or debugging deployment scripts—Laravel Cloud handles it all.
Free Tier for BeginnersJust starting out? No problem. Laravel Cloud offers a free tier that’s perfect for small projects or testing. This makes it an excellent choice for developers who want to experiment or build their portfolio without breaking the bank.
Scale as You GrowAs your application grows, so do your needs. Laravel Cloud makes it easy to scale up your resources with flexible pricing plans. Whether you’re handling a few hundred users or millions, Laravel Cloud grows with you.
Seamless DeploymentDeploying your Laravel application has never been easier. With just a few clicks, you can push your code to production. Laravel Cloud takes care of the rest, including database migrations, queue workers, and more.
Developer-Friendly FeaturesFrom automatic SSL certificates to real-time monitoring, Laravel Cloud is packed with features designed to make your life easier. It’s like having a Swiss Army knife for Laravel development.
How to Get Started
First Login to https://cloud.laravel.com/ , create an account finish every step for registration.
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Go to your main Laravel Cloud dashboard page and select + New application.
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Connect your Git provider
Click Continue with GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket to proceed. A new tab or window will open, prompting you to sign in to your chosen Git provider. Once signed in, select the user, organization, and repositories you want to grant Laravel Cloud access to.
After completing the Git provider authentication flow, you will be redirected back to Laravel Cloud.
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Create a new application.
Choose the repository you want to use, enter a name for your Laravel Cloud application, and select a deployment region. Finally, click Create Application to proceed.
Your application will be created with a default environment, and you'll be automatically redirected to its overview page.
Congratulations! Your application is now set up on Laravel Cloud.
For a basic application, you might be ready to deploy right away. However, you’ll likely want to customize a few settings first—such as selecting a PHP version, adding environment variables, or configuring a database. You can manage these settings from your environment’s Infrastructure Canvas dashboard.
Once everything is set up, simply click Deploy to launch your application!
Things I Like About Laravel Cloud
🚀 Effortless Deployment
Deploying a Laravel project has never been easier. I remember how time-consuming deployments used to be, but with Laravel Cloud, it’s a seamless process.
💻 Run Custom Commands
The Commands section allows you to execute any command directly from the dashboard. This is especially useful for Laravel applications, where running custom Artisan commands is a common task during development and maintenance.
🆓 Free Tier for Testing
As a developer who enjoys experimenting with new apps, I appreciate the free tier. It’s perfect for testing ideas and even starting a business without worrying about upfront costs. Of course, as your app grows, you'll need to upgrade, but it’s great to start for free.
🔧 No Configuration Hassles
Simply set up your deployment and build commands, and Laravel Cloud handles everything whenever you push an update. No more dealing with complex deployment setups!
🎨 Developer-Friendly UI
The interface is clean and intuitive—everything is where you expect it to be. It’s clear that a lot of thought went into making the experience smooth and hassle-free.
Laravel Cloud really gets it right when it comes to making deployment simple and efficient! 🚀
Laravel Cloud is more than just a hosting platform—it’s a powerful tool designed to empower Laravel developers. Whether you’re a solo developer working on a passion project or part of a team building the next big thing, Laravel Cloud has something to offer.
So, what are you waiting for? If you’re a Laravel developer, give Laravel Cloud a try. With its free tier and scalable pricing, there’s no reason not to. Laravel Cloud might just be the hero your next project needs.
Happy coding! 🚀
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