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9 Open Source Dev Tools for App Deployment

5 min readMay 8, 2025

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Choosing the right tool for app deployment can save you hours of setup, lower costs, and reduce DevOps complexity — especially when you’re managing your own infrastructure. Whether you’re a solo developer, a small team, or scaling up to enterprise needs, self-hosted Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) solutions offer a flexible middle ground between full DIY and managed platforms. This guide compares nine standout tools — from barebones options like Piku to enterprise-grade setups like Kubernetes — to help you match the right solution to your workflow, budget, and technical comfort level.

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What is Dokku?

Dokku is an open-source Platform as a Service (PaaS) that simplifies app deployment using Git pushes, similar to Heroku. It runs on Docker containers, making it ideal for single-server…

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C. L. Beard
C. L. Beard

Written by C. L. Beard

I am a writer living on the Salish Sea. I also publish my own AI newsletter https://brainscriblr.beehiiv.com/, come check it out.