Getting Started
Your first steps to deploying a service on the platform.
This guide will walk you through the essential first steps on the platform, from creating your account to deploying your first Virtual Machine. Our goal is to get you up and running in less than 5 minutes.
Step 1: Create Your Account
Before you can deploy services, you'll need an account.
- Navigate to our Sign In Page.
- Fill in your details and verify your email address.
- Once registered, log in to your Personal Workspace. This is your main dashboard where you'll manage all your resources.
Step 2: A Quick Tour of the Dashboard
When you first log in, you'll see the main dashboard. Here's a quick overview of the key navigation items on the left sidebar:
- Virtual Machines: Manage your virtual servers (also called instances).
- Kubernetes: Create and manage container orchestration clusters.
- Realtime Services: Configure your real-time audio/video projects and get API keys.
- Usage & Billing: Track your spending and manage your payment methods.
Step 3: Deploy Your First Service
Now that you're familiar with the dashboard, you're ready to deploy your first service. Choose one of the following options based on your needs:
Virtual Machines
Perfect for traditional applications, development environments, or any workload that needs a full server. Create your first VM with Ubuntu, configure SSH access, and get it running in minutes.
Kubernetes
Ideal for containerized applications, microservices, or applications that need to scale dynamically. Create a managed cluster and deploy your first containerized application.
New to Cloud Infrastructure?
If you're just getting started, we recommend beginning with Virtual Machines as they're simpler to understand and manage. You can always create Kubernetes clusters later as your needs grow.
Next Steps
Congratulations! You've successfully deployed your first resource on the platform. From here, you can explore more advanced topics:
- Connect to your instance: Use your SSH key to log in to your new server.
- Explore Realtime Services: Get an API key and start building a video app.
- Set up a Kubernetes Cluster: Deploy a containerized application.