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This is where the loop closes. Your coding agent builds the app, Monk deploys it to your cloud, and from that point on the software runs autonomously. You describe what you want, and the agents handle the rest.

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Before You Start

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Monk installed

If not, follow Install Monk.
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Agent connected

The plugin connects your coding agent to Monk over MCP automatically during install — there is no separate connection step. If you’re unsure, ask your agent to check installation status.
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Cloud credentials (optional)

If you want to deploy to the cloud (recommended), have your cloud provider credentials ready. See Obtaining Credentials for AWS, GCP, Azure, or DigitalOcean setup.Want to try Monk locally first? Skip this step — Monk can deploy to your local machine too.

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Deploy

Open your project in your IDE, then tell your coding agent:
That’s it. No configuration files, no Dockerfiles, no Terraform. Monk analyzes the code, figures out what your app needs, and handles the rest. This works on existing codebases too — even if your project already has a docker-compose file, IaC definitions, or other deployment configuration. Monk uses these to orient itself but does not modify them. Your existing deployment stays working until you are ready to make the switch. Don’t have an app handy? Ask your coding agent to build one and deploy it in a single prompt:
Deploying to your cloud account will incur cloud provider costs. These vary depending on what you are deploying. Monk always asks for confirmation before creating cloud infrastructure on your behalf. Start with smaller VMs when trying things out — you can always scale up later.
If you want more control upfront, be specific:
More detail means fewer questions. Either way works.

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What Happens Next

Monk will ask for the essentials — cloud provider, region, and credentials if not already configured. It may also ask about service choices when there are meaningful alternatives (managed database vs. self-hosted, for example). Credential Form Behind the scenes, Monk autonomously:
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Analyzes your code and identifies services and dependencies

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Builds Docker containers

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Provisions cloud infrastructure — VMs, networking, storage

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Deploys everything and wires services together

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Verifies health and reports back

A typical first deployment takes five to fifteen minutes. You will see progress updates in your agent’s chat.

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You Are Live

When deployment finishes, Monk reports live URLs, service health, and estimated monthly cost. Your application is running on your cloud. Try asking your agent:

Autonomous operations

Your app is deployed — now learn how Monk keeps it running, sets up CI/CD, and monitors your services

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Tips

If Monk asks too many questions, put more detail in your prompt. If you want to preview the plan before committing, ask your agent:
If a deployment fails, ask your agent to investigate:
Credential issues are the most common cause — double-check them in Obtaining Credentials.

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Cleaning Up

Done trying things out? Tell your coding agent or Monk directly:
This stops and removes all cloud infrastructure Monk created, so you do not incur costs while idle. Nothing is lost — you can always deploy again later and Monk will bring it all back.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Common issues and how to fix them