> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.discloud.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.discloud.com/en/how-to-host-using/dashboard.md).

# Dashboard

## 📁 Preparing Your Project Files

Before uploading your project, ensure that your **files are correctly structured** according to the programming language you're using. Different languages have specific requirements for dependency management, project structure, and necessary files.

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[Supported Languages](/en/development-environment/supported-languages.md)
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### 📌 **Basic Requirements**

* **Project Source Code** – All the necessary files for your application to run.
* **Configuration File (**[**`discloud.config`**](https://github.com/discloud/docs/blob/english/configurations/discloud.config)**)** – Required for deployment settings.
* **Dependencies File** (if applicable):
  * [`package.json`](/en/development-environment/supported-languages/javascript/package-json.md) for [**Node.js**](/en/development-environment/local-environment/nodejs.md)
  * [`requirements.txt`](/en/development-environment/supported-languages/python/requirements.txt.md) for [**Python**](/en/development-environment/local-environment/python.md)
  * [`Cargo.toml`](/en/development-environment/supported-languages/rust/cargo.toml.md) for [**Rust**](/en/development-environment/local-environment/rust.md)
  * [`Gemfile`](/en/development-environment/supported-languages/ruby/gemfile.md) for [**Ruby**](/en/development-environment/local-environment/ruby.md)

### **🗑️** Excluding Unnecessary Files

To **optimize your deployment**, make sure to **remove unnecessary files** before compressing your project into a `.zip` file.

#### ❌ Common files and folders to exclude:

```diff
- node_modules
- venv
- .git
- .DS_Store
- __pycache__
```

> For detailed information on required files and appropriate configurations, refer to the [**documentation of the language**](/en/development-environment/supported-languages.md) you are using for your project.

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## 🔑 Authentication – Logging into your Dashboard

Before deploying your app, you need to **log into Discloud**:

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Visit the [Discloud](https://discloud.com/).
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Click **"Enter"** and log in.

<details>

<summary>Access the <strong>Dashboard</strong> if you are already logged in.</summary>

![](/files/nDx8dX42K9zT5zN98ZIE)

</details>

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## 🚀 Uploading Your Application

Once your files are ready, follow these steps to upload and deploy your app.

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Compressing Your Project.

Before uploading, **compress your entire project** into a [`.zip`](/en/faq/general-questions/wip-how-to-compress.md) file.
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Uploading to the Dashboard.

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{% step %}
Go to the [**Applications** page](https://discloud.com/dashboard) in the Discloud Dashboard.
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Click **+ Upload** (top-right corner). You will be taken to the [**Create application** page](https://discloud.com/dashboard/app/create).
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Select **Upload ZIP** as the deploy type, then drag your `.zip` file into the drop zone or click to select it.
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Wait for the upload to complete.
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During the upload, avoid refreshing the page to prevent any issues with your application. If this happens, you might need to remove the application and repeat the upload process.
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Deployment Process.

* Once uploaded, Discloud will **automatically start your application**.
* If your project is correctly configured and doesn’t exceed the **RAM limit**, it should be online within seconds.
* You can check its status via the Dashboard.
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  {% endstepper %}

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## **❓ Still need help?**

Check the [**FAQ Section**](/en/faq/where-to-get-help.md) or join our [**Discord Server**](https://discord.discloudbot.com/) for support.