Deploying a React app with Vercel is a straightforward process thanks to Vercel's seamless integration with Git repositories. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you deploy your React app:
Prerequisites:
Ensure you have a Vercel account. You can sign up at vercel.com.
Make sure you have a React app set up locally, and it's under version control with Git.
Step 1: Install Vercel CLI (Command Line Interface)
If you haven't already installed Vercel CLI, you can do so using npm:
npm install -g vercel
Step 2: Log in to Vercel CLI
To log in to Vercel CLI, run:
vercel login
Step 3: Navigate to Your React App Directory
Open your terminal or command prompt and navigate to the directory of your React app.
cd path/to/your/react/app
Step 4: Initialize Your Project
If your React app is not yet a Vercel project, initialize it with:
vercel
This command will guide you through a few prompts to select your project and other settings.
Step 5: Deploy Your App
To deploy your React app, simply run:
vercel --prod
This command will build your React app and deploy it to Vercel's servers. Once the deployment is complete, you will receive a unique URL where your app is hosted.
Step 6: Configure Custom Domain (Optional)
If you have a custom domain you want to use, you can configure it through the Vercel dashboard. Simply go to your project settings on Vercel's website and add your custom domain there.
Step 7: Continuous Deployment (Optional)
You can set up continuous deployment so that every time you push changes to your Git repository, Vercel automatically builds and deploys your app. To enable this, go to your project settings on Vercel's website and configure the Git integration.
Step 8: Monitoring and Scaling (Optional)
Vercel provides monitoring and scaling options for your deployed apps. You can monitor your app's performance and scale it up or down as needed through the Vercel dashboard.
Congratulations! You have successfully deployed your React app with Vercel. You can now share your app with others using the provided URL or your custom domain.