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DevOps & Hosting

Reliable infrastructure, automated deployments, and scalable hosting solutions to ensure your applications run smoothly and efficiently.

DevOps isn't just a buzzword; it's a culture and set of practices that bridge the gap between software development (Dev) and IT operations (Ops). The goal is to shorten the development lifecycle and provide continuous delivery with high software quality. Combined with robust and scalable hosting, this forms the foundation upon which successful digital products are built and maintained.

I specialize in setting up automated CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) pipelines, managing server environments, and implementing monitoring solutions to ensure your applications are always performant, secure, and available.

CI/CD pipeline concept

Automated CI/CD Pipelines

Automating the build, test, and deployment process is key to delivering software faster and more reliably. A well-configured CI/CD pipeline means that every code change can automatically trigger a series of quality checks and, if successful, deploy to staging or production environments. This reduces manual errors, speeds up releases, and allows developers to focus on building features.

I work with tools like GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and Jenkins to create tailored pipelines that fit your project's needs, integrating automated testing, code analysis, and deployment scripts.

CI/CD Pipeline Flow

Click "Commit Code" to simulate a code change moving through an automated deployment pipeline. Observe the stages and status updates.

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Scalable & Reliable Hosting

Choosing the right hosting environment is critical. Whether it's a managed WordPress host like WPEngine, a flexible cloud platform like AWS or DigitalOcean, or a developer-friendly PaaS like Laravel Forge or Cloudways, the infrastructure must support your application's needs. I help select and configure hosting that offers scalability to handle traffic spikes, reliability to ensure uptime, and security to protect your data.

Hosting Environment Scalability

Adjust the simulated traffic load to see how a hosting environment might scale to meet demand, showing user requests/responses and server interactions.

Simulate Traffic Load:

Current Load: Low

Server Infrastructure:

CDN / WAF

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Monitoring & Maintenance

A deployed application requires ongoing attention. Proactive monitoring helps detect issues before they impact users, tracking server health, application performance, and error rates. Regular maintenance, including security updates, backups, and performance tuning, is essential to keep your application running smoothly and securely over time.

DevOps & Hosting FAQs

I use Git‑based deployments, GitHub Actions for CI/CD, and set up staging pipelines to ensure zero‑downtime releases. For local and staging environments, I often use Docker, as containerized builds make onboarding and CI smoother. Automated deployments are typically managed via Forge/GitHub CI/CD pipelines on DigitalOcean droplets.

I have significant experience with several hosts. I’ve hosted over 20 client websites on WPEngine. I've used Fortrabbit extensively while working with Dawson Andrews. I migrated The Story Exchange to Cloudways and also use Cloudways for Genoa Black’s properties. Additionally, I've worked with 34SP and manage deployments to DigitalOcean via Laravel Forge.

Through Git‑based deployments and CI/CD pipelines, often using GitHub Actions and Laravel Forge. This involves automated testing in staging environments before deploying to production, ensuring releases are smooth and don't interrupt service.

I use Docker for local and staging environments. Containerized builds make the development lifecycle smoother, from easier onboarding for team members to more consistent CI/CD processes.

For WordPress sites, I build locally with Local, a WPEngine tool, which easily spins up an environment with a database and PHP. For Laravel, I use its built-in development tools like `php artisan serve`, often pairing it with a Local instance for a MySQL database, or simply using SQLite for local development.

My DevOps and hosting services are designed to provide peace of mind, ensuring your web applications are built on a solid foundation and operate reliably. If you're looking to improve your deployment processes, scale your infrastructure, or ensure your application's long-term health, let's talk.

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