How do you deploy an ASP.NET application? thecompetenza.com

Deploying an ASP.NET application involves several steps to ensure that the application runs smoothly in a production environment. Here’s a concise guide on how to deploy an ASP.NET application:

1. Prepare the Application for Deployment
Ensure your application is ready for deployment by:

Building the Application: Ensure the application builds successfully without errors.
Publishing the Application: Use Visual Studio’s “Publish” feature or a CI/CD pipeline to publish your application. This process compiles the application and prepares it for deployment.
2. Choose a Hosting Environment
Decide where you want to host your application. Common options include:

IIS (Internet Information Services): A popular web server for ASP.NET applications.
Azure App Service: A cloud-based hosting service provided by Microsoft.
Docker: Containerize your application and deploy it on any container orchestration platform like Kubernetes.