SMRTR ProgrammingMar 23, 2026LogRocket

Exploring Heroku alternatives for deploying Node.js apps

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After Heroku eliminated its free tier in 2022, developers needed new platforms for hosting portfolio and bootcamp projects. This comprehensive guide demonstrates deploying a simple Node.js app to eight free-tier alternatives including Render, Railway, Fly.io, Koyeb, and others, plus covers static deployment options and serverless functions across various platforms.

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