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{{Infobox software | name = Heroku | logo = | screenshot = | caption = | developer = Salesforce.com | released = 2007 | latest_release_version = | latest_release_date = | programming_language = Ruby, Erlang, Elixir | operating_system = | size = | language = | genre = Platform as a Service (PaaS) | license = Proprietary | website = [http://www.heroku.com/ heroku.com] }} '''Heroku''' is a cloud platform as a service (PaaS) that allows developers to build, deploy, and scale applications easily. It offers support for various programming languages, including '''Elixir''', a dynamic, functional language built on the Erlang Virtual Machine (BEAM). Heroku was founded in 2007 and is currently owned by Salesforce.com. ==Features== Heroku provides a range of features that make it a popular choice among developers. Some of its notable features include: ===Easy Deployment=== Developers can easily deploy their Elixir applications on Heroku with just a few simple commands. The platform takes care of the infrastructure, making it hassle-free for developers to focus on their application code. ===Scalability=== Heroku allows applications to scale effortlessly as traffic increases. It provides features like horizontal scaling, load balancing, and automatic scaling based on predefined metrics. This ensures that applications remain performant under high loads. ===Add-ons and Integrations=== Heroku offers various add-ons and integrations that extend the functionality of applications. These add-ons include databases, caching services, log management, monitoring tools, and more. Developers can easily integrate these services into their Elixir applications to enhance their functionality. ===Continuous Integration and Deployment=== Heroku provides seamless integration with popular continuous integration and deployment tools. This enables developers to automate their deployment workflow and continuously deliver new features to their users. ===Logging and Monitoring=== Heroku offers built-in logging and monitoring capabilities. Developers can easily access application logs, metrics, and error monitoring data to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance. ==Elixir on Heroku== Heroku supports Elixir out of the box, allowing developers to take advantage of its powerful features and ease of deployment. To deploy an Elixir application on Heroku, developers need to follow a few simple steps: # Create a new Heroku app: `heroku create` # Configure your application for Heroku using a `Procfile` and an `elixir_buildpack.config`. # Commit and push your application to Heroku: `git push heroku master` # Scale your application as needed: `heroku ps:scale web=1` After following these steps, your Elixir application will be successfully deployed on Heroku. ==Community Support== Elixir has a vibrant community of developers who actively use and contribute to the platform. The Elixir and Heroku communities provide resources, tutorials, and support for developers looking to deploy Elixir applications on Heroku. ==Conclusion== Heroku's support for Elixir makes it a compelling choice for developers looking to build scalable and powerful applications using Elixir's robust features. With its easy deployment process, scalability options, and extensive add-ons, Heroku simplifies the development and deployment workflow for Elixir applications. ==References== {{Reflist}} ==See Also== * [[Elixir (programming language)]] * [[Platform as a Service (PaaS)]] * [[Erlang Virtual Machine]] [[Category:Platform as a Service]] [[Category:Elixir (programming language)]] [[Category:Cloud computing]]
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