Deployment Guide

Learn how to deploy TalentLit ATS on your own server, including hosting setup and configuration.

Deployment Guide

Deployment Overview

This guide will help you deploy TalentLit ATS on your own server. You'll learn how to:

  • Set up a hosting environment with the required software
  • Install and configure TalentLit ATS
  • Set up a database and configure connections
  • Configure SSL and security settings
  • Set up automated backups and maintenance
  • Troubleshoot common deployment issues

System Requirements

Ensure your server meets the minimum requirements for running TalentLit ATS.

Minimum Requirements:

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    Operating System: Linux (Ubuntu 20.04+ recommended) or Windows Server
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    RAM: Minimum 4GB, 8GB+ recommended for production
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    Storage: Minimum 20GB, 100GB+ recommended for production
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    Network: Stable internet connection with static IP recommended

Hosting Setup

Set up your hosting environment with the required software and configurations.

Required Software:

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    PHP: PHP 8.1 or higher with required extensions
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    Database: MySQL 8.0+ or PostgreSQL 13+
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    Web Server: Apache 2.4+ or Nginx 1.18+
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    Composer: PHP dependency manager

Installation

Install TalentLit ATS on your server following these step-by-step instructions.

Installation Steps:

  • 1
    Download Source: Download the TalentLit source code to your server
  • 2
    Install Dependencies: Run composer install
  • 3
    Set Permissions: Set proper file permissions for web server
  • 4
    Configure Environment: Copy and configure the .env file
  • 5
    Run Migrations: Run php artisan migrate
  • 6
    Build Assets: Run npm run build

Configuration

Configure TalentLit ATS for your specific environment and requirements.

Configuration Steps:

  • ⚙️
    Environment Variables: Configure database, mail, and other settings
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    Application Key: Generate and set the application key
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    Mail Configuration: Set up email sending capabilities
  • 🌐
    Domain Configuration: Set up your domain and subdomain

Database Setup

Set up and configure your database for TalentLit ATS.

Database Configuration:

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    Create Database: Create a new database for TalentLit
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    Create User: Create a database user with appropriate permissions
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    Configure Connection: Update database connection settings
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    Run Migrations: Execute database migrations to create tables

SSL Setup

Secure your TalentLit installation with SSL certificates for encrypted communication.

SSL Configuration:

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    Obtain Certificate: Get SSL certificate from Let's Encrypt or CA
  • ⚙️
    Configure Web Server: Set up SSL in Apache or Nginx
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    Auto-Renewal: Set up automatic certificate renewal
  • ✅
    Test SSL: Verify SSL is working correctly

Maintenance

Keep your TalentLit installation running smoothly with regular maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Tasks:

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    Updates: Regularly update TalentLit and dependencies
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    Backups: Set up automated database and file backups
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    Cleanup: Clean up logs, temporary files, and old data
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    Monitoring: Monitor server performance and uptime

Troubleshooting

Installation Fails

  • • Check system requirements and dependencies
  • • Verify file permissions and ownership
  • • Check error logs for specific issues
  • • Contact support if the issue persists

Database Connection Issues

  • • Verify database credentials and connection string
  • • Check if database server is running
  • • Ensure database user has proper permissions
  • • Contact support if the issue continues

Performance Issues

  • • Check server resources (CPU, RAM, disk space)
  • • Optimize database queries and indexes
  • • Enable caching and compression
  • • Contact support if the issue persists