Web Deploy is an extensible client server tool provided by Microsoft that significantly make easier the migration and deployment of Web based Applications and Websites. Most of the developers are using this facility to sync compiled web based Applications which are made with developer tools such as Web Matrix, Visual Studio etc. to run on Internet Information Services.
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Easy way to create, publish and migrate Websites/Applications.
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Highlight the structure of HTML5, CSS3, TypeScript and JavaScript.
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Used to edit server side scripting language such as PHP, ASP.Net etc.
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It supports Syntactically Awesome Stylesheets, Leaner CSS, jQuery Mobile touch-optimized web framework, jQuery cross-platform JavaScript library.
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MySQL, MS SQL Server, SQL CE - Database manager.
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Transfer files with the aid of Web Deploy/FTP methods.
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First, open your Web Application in Microsoft WebMatrix.
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From the Home tab, click on Publish option.
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Select Enter settings option.
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Set the values in the Public Settings dialog box. Have a look at the following screenshot:
Following is the description of the settings you should set in Publish Settings wizard:
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Select Web Deploy option from the drop down menu of the Protocol.
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Enter relevant server name :
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Enter your FTP Username.
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Enter your FTP Password.
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Enter the name of your Website which you wish to deploy.
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Enter the name of your Domain name/Application name where you wish to deploy your web based application.
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If you wish to save your password, then check Save password option.
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Click on Validate Connection Button to check the connection.
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If it will be connected successfully, then click on Publish.
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Once you click on Publish, one dialog box will display. The list of all files presents under your project will be displayed. If you do not wish to upload any file or database, then uncheck it and click on Continue.
Now, your website is configured successfully. At the footer, the URL of your website will display. Click on that URL to visit your website on Browser.
