Guides/Getting Started
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Getting Started with Config Graph

Learn how to find, customize, and deploy production-ready configurations from Config Graph. This guide will get you up and running in minutes with battle-tested configurations for modern development.

What is Config Graph?

Config Graph is a comprehensive library of 10,000+ production-ready configuration filesfor modern development. Whether you're setting up Docker containers, Kubernetes clusters, CI/CD pipelines, or web frameworks, we provide tested configurations that follow industry best practices.

Key Benefits

Production-Ready

All configurations are tested in production environments

Time-Saving

Skip the research and setup time with proven configurations

Best Practices

Follow industry standards and security recommendations

Well-Documented

Each configuration includes detailed explanations and guides

How to Find Configurations

1. Use the Search Function

Our smart search helps you find exactly what you need. Search by technology, pattern, or use case.

Try searching: "Docker PostgreSQL", "Next.js production", "Kubernetes microservices"

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2. Browse by Category

Explore configurations organized by technology type and use case.

3. Follow Learning Paths

Use our structured learning paths to discover configurations in the right order.

View Learning Paths

How to Use Configurations

01

Download the Configuration

Click the download button on any configuration page to get all the necessary files. Each configuration includes setup instructions and documentation.

Try Next.js Config
02

Customize for Your Needs

Modify environment variables, resource limits, and settings to match your project requirements. Comments in the files guide you through common customizations.

View Customization Guide
03

Test Locally

Always test configurations in your development environment first. Use the provided test commands and validation scripts.

Testing Best Practices
04

Deploy to Production

Follow the deployment guide specific to your platform. Set up monitoring and logging as recommended in the configuration.

Deployment Checklist

Best Practices

Security First

  • Never commit secrets to version control
  • Use environment variables for sensitive data
  • Regularly update dependencies and base images
  • Follow the principle of least privilege

Performance Optimization

  • Monitor resource usage and set appropriate limits
  • Implement proper caching strategies
  • Use health checks and readiness probes
  • Enable compression and optimize assets

Development Workflow

  • Test configurations in staging environments
  • Use Infrastructure as Code principles
  • Document your customizations
  • Implement proper backup strategies

Monitoring & Maintenance

  • Set up logging and monitoring from day one
  • Create alerts for critical metrics
  • Plan for disaster recovery scenarios
  • Keep configurations updated with latest versions

Quick Start Examples

Try these popular configurations to get hands-on experience: