How I Automated My First Node.js App Deployment Using AWS App Runner

As someone just starting out in DevOps and cloud deployment, I wanted to challenge myself: could I automate the deployment of a Node.js app in a way that’s repeatable, efficient, and doesn’t require managing servers? After some experimentation, I built a small project that demonstrates exactly that, and I’m sharing my journey, the tools I used, and the lessons I learned along the way. 🎯 The Goal My goal was simple: Build a Node.js application Package it in a container Push it to a registry Deploy it automatically using a serverless service Sounds straightforward in theory—but as a beginner, I had to learn a lot about containers, registries, and deployment services along the way. 🛠️ Tools I Used and Why Here’s a breakdown of each tool and why I chose it: 1. Node.js Since I was already familiar with JavaScript, Node.js was an obvious choice for my application. It’s lightweight, easy to set up, and widely supported by clou