How I Deploy Client Sites Fast (Without Burning Budget)

Jul 25, 2025Web 101 By Han

This post walks through the actual deployment stack I use for Web101 and client projects. Learn why I picked Vercel, when I use Google Sheets or Firebase, and how to avoid common stability issues non-devs run into.

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How I Deploy Client Sites Fast (Without Burning Budget)

The Problem with Fancy Setups

Many developers over-engineer. Clients don't need microservices or SSR—they need fast, cheap, and maintainable sites. Here’s how I cut the fat while keeping it solid.

Why I Use Vercel for Almost Everything

Pros: Free tier covers most small sites, global CDN, fast builds, custom domains, and simple CI. Cons: Not ideal for heavy backends or dynamic data at scale.

Sheets vs Firebase for Light Data

Google Sheets: Great for form submissions, editable tables, and non-dev clients. Firebase: Best for auth (Google login), simple reads/writes, and when you need real-time sync. Tip: Don’t use Firebase if you just need a static site with a contact form—overkill.

Preventing Clients from Breaking Their Own Site

Always add backups. I use Git + Vercel rollbacks, limit CMS access, and set up Zapier/Make alerts for data changes. Most non-dev mistakes are fixable if you catch them early.

What This Stack Gives Me

- Fast launch times (1–3 days for most projects) - Easy edits for clients (via Airtable, Sheets, or CMS) - Low hosting cost (usually $0–$20/month) - Peace of mind (rollback + no dev-side surprises)

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