Traditional Deployment
Traditional deployment is a software deployment methodology where applications are installed and run on physical or virtual servers managed by an organization's IT team, typically using manual or scripted processes. It involves provisioning infrastructure, configuring environments, and deploying code in a centralized, controlled manner, often with long release cycles and significant manual intervention. This approach contrasts with modern cloud-native or automated deployment strategies, relying on dedicated hardware, static environments, and direct server management.
Developers should learn traditional deployment for legacy system maintenance, on-premises infrastructure requirements, or in regulated industries where data sovereignty and control are critical, such as finance or healthcare. It is essential when working with monolithic applications, custom hardware setups, or environments where cloud adoption is limited due to cost, security, or compliance constraints, providing hands-on experience with server administration and manual deployment workflows.