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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.

1

Open Deployment Panel

Navigate to the Choose Which Version to Deploy section in your Server Compass dashboard.

2

Configure Settings

Fill in the required configuration through the visual interface.

3

Deploy

Review your settings and deploy with a single click.

DIY Approach

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.

1

SSH into your server

First, open your terminal and connect to your VPS.

terminal
ssh root@your-server-ip
2

Clone your repository

Navigate to your apps directory and clone the repo.

terminal
cd /opt/apps
git clone https://github.com/your-username/your-repo.git
cd your-repo
3

Create environment file

Manually create and configure your .env file.

terminal
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.

4

Build the Docker image

Build your application image from the Dockerfile.

terminal
docker build -t myapp:latest .
# Wait 5-15 minutes...
# Hope there are no build errors...
5

Write docker-compose.yml

Manually write your compose configuration.

terminal
nano docker-compose.yml
# services:
#   app:
#     image: myapp:latest
#     ports:
#       - "3000:3000"
#     environment:
#       - NODE_ENV=production
#     restart: unless-stopped
6

Deploy the container

Start the container and pray it works.

terminal
docker compose up -d
docker compose logs -f
# Ctrl+C when you're tired of watching logs
The Easy Way

One 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
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Capabilities

Everything Choose Which Version to Deploy Offers

Everything you need for deployment in one integrated tool, replacing complex CLI commands and manual configuration.

Get Started
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
Integrated with Server Compass's Deployment suite
Integrated with Server Compass's Deployment suite

Benefits 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.

Try Choose Which Version to Deploy Today

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