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What is NOW and how to deploy your application?

Web applications have transformed the way we interact with technology, and deploying them in production is the final step for our users to access them. NOW is a revolutionary service that allows you to bring your application to production in a simple and efficient way. Designed to support NodeJS and JavaScript applications, as well as Docker integrations, NOW is a key tool for developers looking for efficiency and speed.

NOW offers two types of accounts: free for open source projects and paid accounts that allow you to scale and manage more traffic. With a couple of steps you can have your web application fully operational and accessible to users.

How to install NOW on your system?

Installing NOW is a simple process that will allow you to integrate the service directly into your development workflow. Follow these steps:

1. Register with NOW:

   • Visit the link provided in the link system (not included in this transcript) to create your NOW account.
   • Complete the registration process with your details.

2. NOW client installation:

   • Open your terminal.
   • Run the command npm install -g now to install the NOW application globally on your system.

   npm install -g now

   Recommendation: If you are using Windows, consider using Git Bash or a similar environment that emulates Unix behavior for a better command line experience.

3. Log in to NOW:

   • Once the application is installed, use now login to log in.
   • Enter your email address when prompted.
   • You will receive a confirmation email; click on the link provided to complete the process.

   now login

   Note: After confirmation in the browser, you will be authorized to use the NOW service on your terminal.

How to benefit from using NOW?

With NOW, application deployment becomes a fast and efficient task, freeing you from the stress associated with server management and complex configurations.

• Real-time deployment: Get your application to the productive server in a matter of minutes.
• Scalability: Paid accounts make it easy to handle a substantial increase in traffic.
• Compatibility: Integration with both NodeJS and JavaScript projects, in addition to Docker support.

NOW is a tool that optimizes developer workflow, minimizing complexity and maximizing productivity. Plus, for those working with open source projects, the free option allows you to keep costs low while developing and testing.

Remember that getting started with NOW is just the beginning. Once you are familiar with its basic features, you can explore advanced configurations and customizations to get the most out of this powerful service. Your journey to successful application deployment begins today!