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162 lines
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# 🚀 Deployment Checklist for aethex.live
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Use this checklist to launch your live streaming platform to production.
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## Pre-Launch
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### Streaming Infrastructure
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- [ ] Streaming provider account created (Cloudflare/Mux/AWS)
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- [ ] RTMP ingest URL obtained
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- [ ] HLS playback URL obtained
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- [ ] OBS Studio installed and configured
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- [ ] Test stream successfully running
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- [ ] Stream quality settings optimized (1080p/720p)
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- [ ] Backup streaming key secured
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### Frontend Configuration
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- [ ] `.env.local` created with all variables
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- [ ] `NEXT_PUBLIC_STREAM_URL` set correctly
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- [ ] Brand name updated in `app/page.tsx`
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- [ ] Favicon replaced in `app/`
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- [ ] Social links updated in config
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- [ ] Color scheme customized (if desired)
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- [ ] All tests passing locally
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- [ ] Mobile responsiveness verified
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### Backend Setup (Optional but Recommended)
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- [ ] Database chosen and provisioned
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- [ ] Authentication provider selected
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- [ ] Chat backend implemented
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- [ ] Firebase / WebSocket / Pusher configured
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- [ ] Rate limiting enabled
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- [ ] Moderation tools ready
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- [ ] API routes tested
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- [ ] CORS configured properly
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- [ ] Error logging set up
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## Deployment
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### Vercel Deployment
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- [ ] GitHub repository created and pushed
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- [ ] Vercel account connected to GitHub
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- [ ] Project imported to Vercel
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- [ ] Environment variables added to Vercel:
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- [ ] `NEXT_PUBLIC_STREAM_URL`
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- [ ] Any API keys
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- [ ] Database URLs
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- [ ] Authentication secrets
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- [ ] Production build successful
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- [ ] Preview deployment tested
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### Domain Configuration
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- [ ] Custom domain purchased (aethex.live)
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- [ ] Domain added in Vercel dashboard
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- [ ] DNS records updated:
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- [ ] A record or CNAME pointing to Vercel
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- [ ] SSL certificate issued (auto by Vercel)
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- [ ] HTTPS working correctly
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- [ ] Redirects configured (www → non-www)
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### Performance & Monitoring
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- [ ] Analytics integrated (Vercel/Google/Plausible)
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- [ ] Error tracking set up (Sentry/LogRocket)
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- [ ] Performance monitoring enabled
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- [ ] Uptime monitoring configured
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- [ ] CDN caching verified
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- [ ] Image optimization enabled
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## Post-Launch
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### Testing
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- [ ] Stream loads on desktop browsers
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- [ ] Stream loads on mobile devices
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- [ ] Chat functionality working
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- [ ] Viewer count updating
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- [ ] All links working
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- [ ] Social sharing working
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- [ ] SEO metadata correct
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### Security
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- [ ] Environment variables secured (not in git)
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- [ ] API routes protected
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- [ ] Rate limiting active
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- [ ] CORS properly configured
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- [ ] Authentication working (if implemented)
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- [ ] Admin access secured
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### Content & Community
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- [ ] Stream schedule created
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- [ ] Social media accounts set up
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- [ ] Community guidelines posted
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- [ ] Announcement made
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- [ ] Discord/Chat community ready
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### Optimization
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- [ ] lighthouse score > 90
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- [ ] Page load time < 3s
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- [ ] Stream latency optimized
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- [ ] Mobile experience smooth
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- [ ] Caching strategy implemented
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## Backup & Recovery
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- [ ] Database backups automated
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- [ ] Stream recording enabled (if needed)
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- [ ] Disaster recovery plan documented
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- [ ] Alternative streaming setup ready
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- [ ] Contact info for critical services saved
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## Growth Features (Future)
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### Phase 2
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- [ ] VOD (Video on Demand) archives
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- [ ] User registration and profiles
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- [ ] Multi-channel support
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- [ ] Enhanced chat (emotes, badges)
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- [ ] Mobile app (PWA or native)
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### Phase 3
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- [ ] Subscriptions & memberships
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- [ ] Donations/tips integration
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- [ ] Private/premium streams
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- [ ] Advanced analytics dashboard
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- [ ] Stream clips & highlights
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### Phase 4
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- [ ] Multi-streaming (simulcast)
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- [ ] Co-streaming features
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- [ ] Stream overlays & widgets
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- [ ] API for third-party integrations
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- [ ] White-label options
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## 📊 Success Metrics
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Track these KPIs:
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- [ ] Concurrent viewers
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- [ ] Average watch time
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- [ ] Chat messages per minute
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- [ ] New vs returning visitors
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- [ ] Stream uptime percentage
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- [ ] Mobile vs desktop split
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## 🛟 Emergency Contacts
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Document these for quick access:
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- Streaming provider support: ________________
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- Hosting provider support: ________________
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- DNS provider support: ________________
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- Database provider support: ________________
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- Your team contacts: ________________
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## 🎉 Launch!
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When all critical items are checked:
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1. Do a final test stream
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2. Announce the launch
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3. Monitor the first stream closely
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4. Collect user feedback
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5. Iterate and improve
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---
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**Ready to go live?** Double-check the "Pre-Launch" and "Deployment" sections, then hit that stream button! 🎥✨
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