Built with ZenCoder? Deploy it to Heroku.
Step-by-step deployment help for ZenCoder-built apps on Heroku. We fix deployment issues, configure Heroku correctly, and get your app live in production. From $19.
ZenCoder issues we fix before deploying
Problems specific to ZenCoder's code generation that affect Heroku deployments.
Automated reviews miss context-specific security requirements
ZenCoder's automated code reviews apply generic security heuristics. They can miss security risks specific to your domain — healthcare data handling, financial regulations, or multi-tenant isolation requirements.
Generated implementations follow generic patterns, not project conventions
ZenCoder implements features using widely-used patterns from its training rather than the specific conventions, abstractions, and service layers established in your codebase.
Refactored code may break runtime behavior
Automated refactoring changes function signatures, variable names, and module boundaries. Without comprehensive test coverage, these changes can introduce regressions that aren't caught until production.
Review feedback applied without full context
When ZenCoder applies code review suggestions autonomously, it can address the feedback literally without considering the broader implications of the change on related modules.
Heroku deployment issues we check for
Common Heroku problems that break AI-generated apps in production.
Free dyno sleeping causes cold starts
Eco and Basic dynos sleep after 30 minutes of inactivity. AI-generated apps with webhook receivers or background jobs break when the dyno is asleep.
Ephemeral filesystem loses uploaded files
AI tools save user uploads and generated files to the local filesystem, but Heroku's ephemeral FS wipes all changes on every dyno restart or deploy.
Database connection pool exhaustion
Heroku Postgres plans have strict connection limits (20 on Hobby). AI-generated apps open a new connection per request, exhausting the pool under moderate traffic.
Procfile missing or incorrect
AI-generated projects lack a Procfile, causing Heroku to guess the start command. For non-standard setups, this guess is often wrong.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your ZenCoder project before deploying to Heroku.
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 ZenCoder-built app to Heroku?
Yes. We regularly deploy ZenCoder-generated projects to Heroku. We handle the platform-specific configuration, fix deployment errors, and ensure your app runs reliably in production on Heroku.
What Heroku issues do ZenCoder projects typically have?
ZenCoder projects commonly have automated reviews miss context-specific security requirements and generated implementations follow generic patterns, not project conventions. When deploying to Heroku, these combine with platform-specific issues like free dyno sleeping causes cold starts and ephemeral filesystem loses uploaded files.
How do I get my ZenCoder project live on Heroku?
Start with our code audit ($19) to get a prioritized list of deployment blockers. For ZenCoder-built projects targeting Heroku, the typical path is: fix ZenCoder-specific code issues, configure Heroku settings correctly, then deploy. We provide a fixed quote after the audit.
Can you handle the full deployment of my ZenCoder app to Heroku?
Yes. We handle end-to-end deployment: auditing your ZenCoder codebase, fixing deployment blockers, configuring Heroku correctly, setting up environment variables, and getting your app live in production. Start with our code audit ($19).
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