Hey everyone! I'm looking for some help migrating a couple of old web applications I built years ago off Heroku. I'm currently on their essential-0 plan, which is costing me $10 a month, and honestly, I'd like to put that money to better use. The apps are basic CRUD applications I created for fictional businesses, and even though I haven't actively worked on them in a while, I would like to keep them live for potential future showcase purposes.
I'm considering switching to a platform with a free tier, like Render, but I'm a bit out of practice when it comes to web development. It'd be great to get some advice on the migration process and whether it's worth the hassle for two simple apps. Here are a couple of questions I have in mind:
- Is migrating even worth it, or should I just let these apps go since they aren't heavily used?
- How challenging is the migration process, considering my web development skills are pretty rusty? Render's documentation sounds straightforward, but I worry it might be tailored for more experienced developers.
Thanks in advance for any insights!
2 Answers
Honestly, if you're trying to save some cash and these apps aren’t a priority, moving them off Heroku sounds like a solid plan. There’s a bit of a learning curve, especially if you feel rusty, but it can also be a fun way to brush up on your skills.
Platforms like Vercel and Netlify are worth checking too, they have free tiers ideal for small projects! If you don't feel like dealing with it, you could always leave them on Heroku for now and revisit the idea later when you're more motivated. Just make sure to weigh your options!
I feel you on this! The decision to migrate really leans on what tech stack you used for those apps. If they’re just simple Python apps with Django and PostgreSQL like you mentioned, the migration shouldn't be too hard. Platforms like Render and Railway are designed to be user-friendly and have decent docs for beginners.
If you were able to set it up on Heroku before, you can definitely manage a move to another service. Plus, migrating your database to a compatible service should also be straightforward. Just remember to check the support for PostgreSQL at your chosen platform. If everything's compatible, it can be a quick process!
Absolutely! Just make sure you have your code stored in GitHub or somewhere similar, as platforms like Render allow easy deployments straight from Git. It'll make your life a lot easier!