Launch Your Tech Side Project: Checklist & Guide

Launch your tech side project with confidence using this comprehensive checklist! This template guides you through crucial steps like development cleanup, security setup, SEO optimization, and performance tuning, ensuring a smooth and successful launch. Get ready to impress users and achieve your project goals with this essential launch companion.

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Development Cleanup

Remove all console logs and debug statements

Verify that all TODO comments are addressed

Complete the README with setup and usage instructions

Add a LICENSE file to the repository

Infrastructure & Security

Configure production environment variables (.env)

Enable SSL/HTTPS encryption for the domain

Set up automated database backups

Implement error tracking (e.g., Sentry or LogRocket)

Set up basic uptime monitoring alerts

SEO & Analytics

Configure Open Graph meta tags for social sharing

Install analytics (e.g., Google Analytics or Plausible)

Generate and submit a sitemap.xml

Create a custom 404 error page

Performance Optimization

Minify and compress CSS, JS, and image assets

Configure a CDN for static file delivery

Run a Lighthouse audit and fix high-priority issues

Launch & Marketing

Set up a feedback form or support email

Test the user sign-up and payment flows (if applicable)

Prepare assets for Product Hunt or Hacker News launch

Double-check all external links and CTAs