Question 1

How to deploy a Node.js app on Google Cloud Run?

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The Awesome Cloud Run list includes Node.js samples with Dockerfiles and deployment steps, such as the 'Hello World' example and tutorials using gcloud or Cloud Build for automation. Start with the quickstarts or language-specific sections for detailed guides.

Question 2

What is the difference between Cloud Run and AWS Lambda?

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Cloud Run runs containerized applications with more control over runtime and dependencies, while AWS Lambda is for event-driven functions with less overhead. The list includes articles comparing performance, costs, and use cases to help you decide.

Question 3

How to set up CI/CD for Cloud Run with GitHub Actions?

Accepted Answer

Awesome Cloud Run links to tutorials and GitHub Actions marketplace actions for automating deployments, including examples of workflows that build, push, and deploy containers to Cloud Run on every commit.

Question 4

Is Cloud Run good for long-running or background tasks?

Accepted Answer

Cloud Run is optimized for HTTP requests with timeout limits, so long-running tasks may require workarounds like async processing with Pub/Sub. The list has articles on 'hacking' for background tasks but notes it's not recommended.

Question 5

How to handle custom domains and CDN with Cloud Run?

Accepted Answer

Use Firebase Hosting or Global Load Balancer for custom domains; the list provides guides on Firebase integration, caching, and CDN setups via Cloud Run Domain Mappings or serverless NEGs.

Question 6

What are the security best practices for Cloud Run services?

Accepted Answer

Implement service-to-service authentication, use Secret Manager for secrets, and restrict unauthenticated invocations. The list includes tutorials on IAM, static IPs, and encrypting secrets with tools like Berglas.

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