Hey everyone! I'm a full-stack developer who recently dived into no-code tools like Make and Zapier for a side project. I love how quick these tools let you set up automations with triggers like RSS feeds, webhooks, and schedules, effectively handling cron jobs without the usual complexity. However, as a developer, I find these platforms catered more towards non-coders. I'd prefer to just upload a small Python or JavaScript file, set a trigger or cron job, and let it run on autopilot. I often think about the scrapers I could have launched if the process was simpler. So, I'm on the lookout for a modern, developer-friendly platform that lets you run small scripts seamlessly with scheduling and event triggers. Something that balances between user-friendly like Zapier and a full-fledged serverless setup with all the complexities like AWS Lambda or Docker. I've seen posts discussing this but haven't found a clean solution for managing various small projects or scripts. Any recommendations?
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I’ve always wanted Power Automate to enable Python scripts. Luckily, I now have access to Linux VMs with cron jobs, which has made things easier for me!
Zapier allows for Python code, but you might also want to check out Fly.io. They've got some decent tutorials out there too.
Have you tried Railway? It’s kind of similar to Heroku and Render. It does the job for deploying scripts, but it might still feel a bit heavy if you're just looking for quick setups.
Thanks for the suggestion! I checked it out, but it feels more tailored for larger production projects than what I need.
You could consider Jenkins! It’s a popular choice for a lot of folks doing automation and scheduling. Just bear in mind, it really depends on whether you want your scripts to be public or keep them private.
I did think about Jenkins, but it seems a bit too complicated for what I have in mind.
I appreciate the input! I worry it's not quite flexible enough for my needs, but I'll look into it.