Question 1

How do I install Deno on a VPS?

Accepted Answer

Install Deno with: "curl -fsSL https://deno.land/install.sh | sh". Add to PATH in your shell profile. Deno is a single binary with no dependencies. Verify installation with "deno --version".

Question 2

How do I deploy Deno apps to production?

Accepted Answer

Compile your app with "deno compile" for a standalone binary, or run directly with "deno run --allow-net app.ts". Use systemd or PM2 for process management. Configure Nginx as a reverse proxy for SSL.

Question 3

Is self-hosting Deno better than Deno Deploy?

Accepted Answer

Self-hosting gives you full control and predictable costs. Deno Deploy is easier with edge locations but has usage-based pricing. For applications that don't need edge distribution, self-hosting is more cost-effective.

Question 4

Can I run npm packages with Deno?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Deno supports npm packages with "npm:" specifiers. Import with "import express from 'npm:express'". Most npm packages work, making migration from Node.js straightforward while gaining Deno's security benefits.

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