Is Upsun a match for modern Drupal development?
Blog post from Upsun
Upsun is presented as a compatible and efficient platform for hosting and managing Drupal websites, leveraging a Git-based workflow and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles to streamline deployment and management processes. The platform utilizes YAML files for defining infrastructure needs and allows changes to be deployed through simple Git operations. It supports Composer for dependency management, ensuring that only essential files are committed, and provides solutions for handling user-uploaded media through mount definitions. Users can create new environments easily with the Upsun CLI, and the integration with DDEV enhances local development for Drupal sites. The article highlights the GitOps approach, emphasizing version control and automation of tasks such as configuration import and cache clearing, while providing insights into utilizing Drush for various operations on Upsun environments. Future topics include content export and automation, encouraging community engagement for sharing tips and questions.