Choose Which Version to Deploy
Choose the Docker image tag for a registry-pull app when you redeploy instead of silently following a different release. The dialog starts with the tag currently deployed and changes only the app image while supporting services keep their pinned versions.
Using Choose Which Version to Deploy in Server Compass
Using Choose Which Version to Deploy is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to get started.
Open Deployment Panel
Navigate to the Choose Which Version to Deploy section in your Server Compass dashboard.
Configure Settings
Fill in the required configuration through the visual interface.
Deploy
Review your settings and deploy with a single click.
What If You Don't Have Choose Which Version to Deploy?
Before Choose Which Version to Deploy, this is what server management looked like. Spoiler: it wasn't fun.
SSH into your server
First, open your terminal and connect to your VPS.
ssh root@your-server-ipClone your repository
Navigate to your apps directory and clone the repo.
cd /opt/apps
git clone https://github.com/your-username/your-repo.git
cd your-repoCreate environment file
Manually create and configure your .env file.
nano .env
# Add all your environment variables one by one
# DATABASE_URL=...
# API_KEY=...
# SECRET_KEY=...One wrong character and your app won't start. No validation, no hints.
Build the Docker image
Build your application image from the Dockerfile.
docker build -t myapp:latest .
# Wait 5-15 minutes...
# Hope there are no build errors...Write docker-compose.yml
Manually write your compose configuration.
nano docker-compose.yml
# services:
# app:
# image: myapp:latest
# ports:
# - "3000:3000"
# environment:
# - NODE_ENV=production
# restart: unless-stoppedDeploy the container
Start the container and pray it works.
docker compose up -d
docker compose logs -f
# Ctrl+C when you're tired of watching logsOne Click > 50 Commands
Stop copy-pasting commands from Stack Overflow. Choose Which Version to Deploy gives you a proper interface for server management.
- No SSH required
- Guided workflows
- Undo support
- Multi-server management
Everything Choose Which Version to Deploy Offers
Everything you need for deployment in one integrated tool, replacing complex CLI commands and manual configuration.
Get StartedBenefits of Choose Which Version to Deploy
Server management shouldn't require a DevOps team. Choose Which Version to Deploy makes professional-grade deployment accessible to everyone.
Deploy in Minutes
Choose Which Version to Deploy eliminates complex CLI workflows. Deploy your applications visually without memorizing Docker commands.
Zero-Configuration Defaults
Choose Which Version to Deploy comes pre-configured with production-ready settings so you can ship with confidence.
Visual Feedback
Track every step of your deployment with Choose Which Version to Deploy. See progress, logs, and status in real time.
Repeatable Process
Once configured, Choose Which Version to Deploy lets you replicate deployments across servers consistently.
Choose Which Version to Deploy FAQ
Common questions about Choose Which Version to Deploy in Server Compass
How do I access Choose Which Version to Deploy in Server Compass?
Choose Which Version to Deploy is available in the Deployment section of Server Compass. Simply connect to your server, navigate to Deployment, and you'll find Choose Which Version to Deploy ready to use. No additional setup or plugins required.
Does Choose Which Version to Deploy require any server-side installation?
No. Server Compass operates as a desktop application that connects to your server via SSH. Choose Which Version to Deploy works through this connection without installing any agents or packages on your server (except the optional monitoring agent for resource tracking).
Is Choose Which Version to Deploy included in all Server Compass plans?
Yes. Every Server Compass feature, including Choose Which Version to Deploy, is included with the one-time $29 payment. There are no tier restrictions, add-ons, or per-server fees. You get all 137+ features for all your servers.
Can I use Choose Which Version to Deploy with any VPS provider?
Choose Which Version to Deploy works with any VPS or dedicated server that supports SSH access and Docker. This includes DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, Linode, AWS EC2, Google Cloud, Azure, and any other provider. It also works with local servers and homelab setups.
What makes Choose Which Version to Deploy different from command-line alternatives?
Choose Which Version to Deploy provides a visual, intuitive interface that replaces complex CLI commands and configuration files. You get real-time feedback, safety confirmations, and a consistent experience across all your servers without memorizing syntax or writing scripts.
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Deploy directly from any GitHub repository. Select branches, configure build settings, and ship your code to production.
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Try Choose Which Version to Deploy Today
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