Built with Databutton? Deploy it to DigitalOcean.
Step-by-step deployment help for Databutton-built apps on DigitalOcean. We fix deployment issues, configure DigitalOcean correctly, and get your app live in production. From $19.
Databutton issues we fix before deploying
Problems specific to Databutton's code generation that affect DigitalOcean deployments.
SQL injection in AI-generated query strings
Databutton's generated FastAPI endpoints sometimes build SQL queries using f-strings or string concatenation with user-supplied parameters, bypassing parameterized query protections entirely.
No authentication on data API endpoints
Data pipeline endpoints are frequently generated without authentication middleware, exposing raw database access and sensitive business metrics to anyone who discovers the API URL.
Unhandled data type mismatches crashing pipelines
Generated data processing code assumes clean input schemas. When upstream data contains nulls, type changes, or unexpected formats, pipelines throw unhandled exceptions and fail silently.
Missing pagination on large dataset queries
Data queries load entire tables into memory without limit or offset clauses. With more than a few thousand rows, responses time out and memory usage spikes.
DigitalOcean deployment issues we check for
Common DigitalOcean problems that break AI-generated 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 Databutton 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
Can you deploy a Databutton-built app to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We regularly deploy Databutton-generated projects to DigitalOcean. We handle the platform-specific configuration, fix deployment errors, and ensure your app runs reliably in production on DigitalOcean.
What DigitalOcean issues do Databutton projects typically have?
Databutton projects commonly have sql injection in ai-generated query strings and no authentication on data api endpoints. When deploying to DigitalOcean, these combine with platform-specific issues like app platform buildpack fails to detect framework and managed database connection pool exhaustion.
How do I get my Databutton project live on DigitalOcean?
Start with our code audit ($19) to get a prioritized list of deployment blockers. For Databutton-built projects targeting DigitalOcean, the typical path is: fix Databutton-specific code issues, configure DigitalOcean settings correctly, then deploy. We provide a fixed quote after the audit.
Can you handle the full deployment of my Databutton app to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We handle end-to-end deployment: auditing your Databutton codebase, fixing deployment blockers, configuring DigitalOcean correctly, setting up environment variables, and getting your app live in production. Start with our code audit ($19).
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