Deploying a Delivery Website on AWS with the Mhtechin Software Development Team

Article: Deploying a Delivery Website on AWS with the Mhtechin Software Development Team

Introduction

In the rapidly evolving digital era, a robust and scalable delivery website is essential for businesses to meet customer demands efficiently. The Mhtechin Software Development Team recently embarked on a project to develop and deploy a dynamic delivery website using Amazon Web Services (AWS). This article outlines the comprehensive process our team followed, from initial development to deployment, and highlights the advantages of leveraging AWS for such a critical task.

Website Development

Our journey began with the design and development of the website. The Mhtechin team focused on creating a simple, intuitive interface to ensure an optimal user experience. Using standard web technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, we built the website to include essential sections such as delivery services, company information, and contact details.

The key components of our website included:

• index.html: The central webpage where users interact with our services.
• styles.css: Custom stylesheets to align the website with our brand identity.
• script.js: JavaScript to enhance interactivity and user engagement.

These files formed the backbone of our website, providing a seamless and engaging experience for our visitors.

Hosting on AWS S3 (Static Website)

Given the nature of the project, we chose AWS S3 to host the static version of our website. AWS S3 is a highly scalable and secure storage service, making it an ideal choice for hosting static websites. The steps we followed included:

1. Creating the S3 Bucket: The team created an S3 bucket, ensuring it had a unique name and was publicly accessible. This bucket would store all the website files.
2. Uploading Website Files: We uploaded our HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files to the S3 bucket. We configured permissions to make these files publicly accessible, ensuring the website could be viewed by users.
3. Enabling Static Website Hosting: We enabled static website hosting in S3, specifying index.html as the default document. This allowed users to access the website via a simple S3 endpoint URL.

Deploying a Dynamic Website on AWS EC2

To cater to more dynamic requirements, we explored deploying the website using an AWS EC2 instance. This approach offered greater flexibility for backend processes and future scalability. The key steps included:

1. Launching an EC2 Instance: The team launched an EC2 instance using Amazon Linux 2 AMI. We selected the t2.micro instance type, which is covered under the AWS free tier.
2. Setting Up the Web Server: After connecting to the instance via SSH, we installed Apache as our web server. We then transferred the website files to the /var/www/html/ directory, making them accessible via the public IP address of the EC2 instance.
3. Elastic Beanstalk Deployment: For simplified management, we utilized AWS Elastic Beanstalk. Elastic Beanstalk automated the deployment process, managing the underlying infrastructure, load balancing, and scaling. This allowed us to focus more on the application rather than the infrastructure.

Custom Domain and Route 53

To enhance accessibility and professionalism, we registered a custom domain and configured it using AWS Route 53. By setting up an A record, we pointed the domain to our S3 bucket or EC2 instance, enabling users to access the website via a branded URL.

Monitoring and Scaling

AWS CloudWatch played a crucial role in monitoring the performance of our website. CloudWatch provided real-time insights into traffic and resource usage, allowing us to ensure the website’s reliability and efficiency. We also took advantage of AWS’s auto-scaling capabilities to handle traffic surges without compromising performance.

Conclusion

Deploying a delivery website on AWS was a significant achievement for the Mhtechin Software Development Team. By harnessing AWS’s powerful suite of services, we successfully built a scalable, secure, and highly available website that meets our business requirements. This project showcased our team’s ability to deliver innovative and high-quality solutions that align with our company’s goals.

The Mhtechin Software Development Team is excited about the opportunities AWS provides, and we look forward to applying these technologies in future projects to drive even greater success.

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This article reflects our team’s dedication to leveraging cutting-edge technology and our commitment to delivering top-tier solutions that enhance business operations and customer satisfaction.