What application types does this skill support?

It natively supports Python (FastAPI, Django, Flask) and Node.js (Express, Next.js), but can be configured for any application that runs as a systemd service.

How are secrets handled during deployment?

Secrets are managed through .env templates and securely transferred to the droplet, where they are stored with restricted file permissions to ensure only the service user can read them.

Do I need to install doctl locally?

Yes, this skill requires the DigitalOcean CLI (doctl) to be installed and authenticated on your local machine to interact with your droplets.

Can I roll back a failed deployment?

Yes, the skill includes a management script with a rollback action, allowing you to quickly revert to the previous version of your application on the server.

DigitalOcean Droplet Deployment

Name: DigitalOcean Droplet Deployment
Author: vanman2024

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Deployment & DevOps

Deploys and manages Python, Node.js, and generic applications on DigitalOcean Droplets using doctl and systemd.

About

This Claude Code skill provides a comprehensive deployment lifecycle for applications running directly on DigitalOcean Droplets. It automates the entire process from pre-deployment validation and secure secret management to systemd service configuration and health monitoring. By leveraging the doctl CLI and rsync, it ensures consistent, reliable deployments for APIs, web servers, and background workers, making it an essential tool for developers who prefer VPS hosting over containerized orchestration.

Key Features

Automated deployment to DigitalOcean Droplets using doctl and rsync
Secure environment variable and secret handling
Built-in lifecycle commands for starting, stopping, and rolling back services
0 GitHub stars
Systemd service management for Python and Node.js applications
Integrated pre-deployment validation and post-deployment health checks

Use Cases

Managing background worker processes as persistent systemd services
Deploying a FastAPI or Express server directly to a DigitalOcean VPS
Automating the rotation of application secrets on remote droplets

About

Key Features

Automated deployment to DigitalOcean Droplets using doctl and rsync
Secure environment variable and secret handling
Built-in lifecycle commands for starting, stopping, and rolling back services
0 GitHub stars
Systemd service management for Python and Node.js applications
Integrated pre-deployment validation and post-deployment health checks

Use Cases

Managing background worker processes as persistent systemd services
Deploying a FastAPI or Express server directly to a DigitalOcean VPS
Automating the rotation of application secrets on remote droplets