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Infrastructure

If your product starts to get a lot of traffic then you may need to scale your infrastructure…

Our current deployment platform (Vercel) has been great for us so far, but bills can get expensive when we scale.

The next step is to move to our own infrastructure.

Don’t even think about this until you have a serious amount of traffic.

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Self-Hosting Options

If you want to scale while maintaining cost efficiency, self-hosting is the way to go.

What does that mean?

  • You deploy your own web server, database server, configure your own SSL certificates, application proxy, etc.
  • You’ll be responsible for the hardware and infrastructure.
  • You’ll be responsible for the maintenance and updates.
  • You’ll be responsible for the security.

Fear not, we know some foolproof ways to do this:

  1. Bare Metal VPS Setup ($200/month)

  2. Global Bare Metal Servers

    • Latitude.sh - Enterprise-grade infrastructure with:
      • 23 global edge locations across 5 continents
      • API, CLI, and SDKs for automation
      • Terraform provider for Infrastructure as Code
      • DDoS protection included
      • Ideal for AI/ML workloads and high-performance computing

  3. Containerized Deployment Options

    • Coolify - Self-hosting platform for easy deployment
    • Dokploy - Simplified VPS deployment solution

  4. Self-Hosted Database Solutions

    • Self-hosted Supabase ($3/month) - Complete guide to self-host Supabase on a budget:
      • Full Postgres database functionality
      • Real-time subscriptions
      • Auto-generated APIs
      • Dashboard interface

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Docker Log Management

To prevent Docker logs from consuming excessive disk space, configure log rotation limits:

  1. Create/edit /etc/docker/daemon.json:
{
  "log-driver": "local",
  "log-opts": {
    "max-size": "20m",
    "max-file": "3"
  }
}
  1. Restart Docker daemon:
sudo systemctl restart docker
  1. Recreate containers to apply new config:
docker compose up -d --force-recreate

The “local” log driver is optimized for disk usage and performance with automatic size limits and rotation, preventing logs from consuming your entire disk space.

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Professional Support Services

If you need additional expertise:

Self-hosting can offer significant cost savings compared to cloud services, but requires more hands-on management and infrastructure knowledge.

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Team

At some point, you won’t be able to do everything on your own. Hiring is one of the most important things you can do to scale your company.

Of course, you’ll always be able to promote an open position in our community of vetted members, but if you choose to hire someone then you’ll want to make sure you’re doing it right.

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Hiring Process Best Practices

  1. Pre-screening Tools

    • WhiteBridge AI - AI-powered background screening to verify candidates’ online reputation and credentials
    • Use automated technical assessments
    • Review portfolios and past work

  2. Interview Process

    • Technical skills assessment
    • Cultural fit evaluation
    • Reference checks
    • Team compatibility sessions

Always conduct thorough background checks and verify credentials before making hiring decisions. Tools like WhiteBridge AI can help identify potential red flags early in the process.

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Funding & Investment

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Incubators and Accelerators

  1. InFive
  2. Zabeel

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Angel Investors

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Islamic Investment Networks

Collective Continuum - A board of Islamic investors focused on funding companies that serve and benefit the Muslim Ummah. They look for:

  • Shariah-compliant business models
  • Clear benefit to the Muslim community
  • Sustainable growth potential
  • Ethical business practices

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Investment Platforms

To secure funding for your startup, consider submitting your business to these angel investor platforms:

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Global Investment Networks

  1. AngelList - Premier startup investment platform
  2. Gust - Global funding platform
  3. Angel Investment Network - US-based angel network
  4. Angel Capital Association - Professional angel investors
  5. Funded - Connecting startups with investors
  6. Wefunder - Leading equity crowdfunding platform
  7. Republic - Inclusive investment platform
  8. LetsVenture - Asian startup ecosystem
  9. Microventures - Access to curated startups
  10. Seedrs - European investment platform

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Regional Platforms

  1. Angel Forum - Canadian angel network
  2. US Investment Network - US-focused platform
  3. EBAN - European Business Angels Network
  4. Crowdcube - UK-based crowdfunding
  5. Angels Den - UK and international

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Specialized Networks

  1. Leapfunder - Early-stage investment
  2. SeedBlink - European tech startups
  3. Olden Seeds - Seed-stage investments
  4. iAngels - Data-driven platform
  5. Go Beyond Investing - Cross-border investing

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Regional Angel Groups

  1. Venture South - Southeastern US
  2. NEXEA - Southeast Asian focus
  3. Angel Association NZ - New Zealand
  4. Pasadena Angels - California-based
  5. Alliance of Angels - Pacific Northwest

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Additional Platforms

  1. Envestors - Private investment network
  2. Dealum - Deal flow management
  3. Crowdwise - Educational resources
  4. Enterprise Angels - New Zealand focus
  5. Ventures South - Southern US focus

More potential funding opportunities can be found here.

Before approaching investors, ensure you have:

  • A clear business plan
  • Proven market validation
  • Initial traction metrics
  • Detailed financial projections
  • A compelling pitch deck

Always conduct due diligence on investment platforms and carefully review terms before accepting any funding. Different platforms may be better suited for different stages and types of startups.