Deploy your Ruby on Rails app to DigitalOcean
Step-by-step deployment help for Ruby on Rails apps on DigitalOcean. We fix Ruby on Rails-specific deployment issues, configure DigitalOcean, and get your app live. From $19.
Ruby on Rails issues we fix before deploying
Common Ruby on Rails problems that affect DigitalOcean deployments.
Mass assignment vulnerabilities
AI-generated Rails controllers that use permit! or don't properly whitelist params, allowing attackers to modify any database column including admin flags and passwords.
Missing authorization checks
Controllers that authenticate users but don't check authorization — a logged-in user can access or modify any other user's data by changing the ID in the URL.
N+1 query problems
ActiveRecord code that loads associated records in loops without includes, eager_load, or preload — causing hundreds of database queries on pages with lists.
Unsafe use of raw SQL
AI tools sometimes generate raw SQL with string interpolation instead of using ActiveRecord's parameterized query methods, enabling SQL injection attacks.
DigitalOcean deployment issues we check for
Common DigitalOcean problems that break Ruby on Rails apps in production.
App Platform buildpack fails to detect framework
AI-generated project structures with non-standard entry points or missing start scripts cause DigitalOcean's buildpack to fail during auto-detection.
Managed database connection pool exhaustion
AI tools create a new database connection per request instead of using a connection pool, exhausting DigitalOcean's managed database connection limits quickly.
Droplet firewall not configured
Freshly provisioned Droplets have all ports open by default. AI deployment scripts skip firewall configuration, exposing SSH, database, and admin ports publicly.
Spaces CDN CORS not configured
DigitalOcean Spaces requires explicit CORS headers for browser-based uploads. AI-generated frontend code fails silently when uploading files directly to Spaces.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your Ruby on Rails project before deploying to DigitalOcean.
External Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
- SSL/TLS configuration analysis
- Security header assessment
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerability analysis
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- Architecture review
- Expert + AI code analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Expert + AI audit
A human expert assisted by AI reviews your code within 24 hours.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
How do I deploy a Ruby on Rails app to DigitalOcean?
We handle Ruby on Rails deployments to DigitalOcean end to end. Start with our code audit ($19) to identify deployment blockers specific to your Ruby on Rails project, then we configure DigitalOcean, fix issues, and get your app live in production.
What Ruby on Rails issues affect DigitalOcean deployments?
Ruby on Rails projects commonly have mass assignment vulnerabilities and missing authorization checks. On DigitalOcean, these combine with app platform buildpack fails to detect framework and managed database connection pool exhaustion to cause deployment failures.
Can SpringCode deploy my Ruby on Rails project to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We specialize in deploying Ruby on Rails applications to DigitalOcean. We audit your codebase for Ruby on Rails-specific issues, configure DigitalOcean correctly, and handle the full deployment so your app runs reliably in production.
What does Ruby on Rails deployment to DigitalOcean cost?
Our code audit ($19) identifies all DigitalOcean deployment blockers in your Ruby on Rails project. Full deployment assistance is scoped with a fixed quote after the audit — no hourly billing or surprise charges.
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