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Google Cloud Installation of Martini Server Runtime

Martini Server Runtime can be deployed on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using multiple methods to suit your infrastructure preferences. This guide covers the three primary installation options: Google Compute Engine (GCE), Google Cloud Run, and Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).

Option 1: Installing on Google Compute Engine (GCE)

Steps for GCE Deployment

  1. Create a VM Instance:
  2. Go to the Google Cloud Console.
  3. Create a new VM instance by selecting Compute Engine > VM instances > Create Instance.

  4. Choose your preferred operating system (e.g., Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS).

  5. Configure VM Specifications:

  6. Select the machine type based on your workload requirements.

  7. Configure network settings such as firewall rules to allow necessary traffic (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS).

  8. Install Martini Server Runtime:

  9. SSH into the VM instance.

  10. Follow the Martini Server Runtime installation guide to install the runtime manually on your VM.

  11. Access Martini Server Runtime:

  12. Use the VM's external IP or domain name to access Martini Server Runtime in your browser or application.

Notes

  • This method provides full control over the operating system and environment.
  • Ensure the VM is configured with adequate resources (CPU, memory, and storage) to handle your application's workload.

Option 2: Deploying on Google Cloud Run

Steps for Cloud Run Deployment

  1. Prepare the Docker Container:

  2. Pull the Martini Server Runtime Docker image from DockerHub: 

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    docker pull toroio/martini-runtime:latest

  3. Deploy the Container:

  4. Go to the Google Cloud Run Console.
  5. Click Create Service and upload the Docker image.

  6. Configure the service settings (e.g., memory allocation, CPU limits, and environment variables).

  7. Set Up Traffic Management:

  8. Allow HTTP/HTTPS traffic to your Cloud Run service.

  9. Configure scaling policies if necessary.

  10. Access Martini Server Runtime:

  11. Use the generated URL provided by Cloud Run to access the runtime.

Notes

  • Cloud Run is a fully managed, serverless option that automatically scales based on traffic.
  • Ideal for lightweight deployments requiring minimal operational overhead.

Option 3: Deploying on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)

Steps for GKE Deployment

  1. Create a GKE Cluster:
  2. In the Google Cloud Console, create a new Kubernetes cluster.

  3. Configure the cluster settings (e.g., node pool size, auto-scaling).

  4. Deploy Martini Docker Container:

  5. Use the Martini Server Runtime Docker image: 
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    docker pull toroio/martini-runtime:latest

  6. Deploy the container using Kubernetes YAML manifests or Helm charts.

  7. Expose the Service:

  8. Use a LoadBalancer or Ingress resource to expose the Martini Server Runtime to external traffic.

  9. Monitor and Manage:

  10. Use GKE’s integrated monitoring tools to track the health and performance of your deployment.

Notes

  • GKE provides advanced orchestration and scaling capabilities for containerized applications.
  • Suitable for complex applications with high availability and orchestration requirements.

General Considerations

  • Security: Configure firewalls and access controls to restrict unauthorized access to your Martini Server Runtime instances.
  • Traffic Management: Use Google Cloud Load Balancer or API Gateway for traffic distribution and management.
  • Data Persistence: For Docker-based deployments, ensure persistent storage is set up to avoid data loss when containers are stopped or restarted.
  • Monitoring: Utilize Google Cloud Monitoring to track performance metrics and troubleshoot issues.

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of deploying Martini Server Runtime on GCP, offering flexibility for a range of use cases, from traditional VM setups to serverless and containerized environments.