Manual Deployment
Manual deployment is a process where software releases are deployed to production or staging environments through human-operated, step-by-step actions rather than automated scripts or pipelines. It typically involves tasks like manually copying files, running commands, configuring servers, and verifying deployments through direct intervention. This approach contrasts with automated deployment methodologies, relying on developer or operations team members to execute each deployment step.
Developers should learn manual deployment to understand the underlying mechanics of deployment processes, which is crucial for debugging automated systems, handling edge cases, or working in environments where automation isn't feasible. It's often used in small-scale projects, legacy systems, or during initial development phases where setting up automation might be premature or overly complex. However, it's generally recommended to transition to automated deployments for consistency, speed, and reliability in production environments.