About appcfg

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Overview

The appcfg tool is more than just a command-line tool for building Apps! At its core, the tool is designed for discoverability, empowering developers to explore and understand the full potential of the App Platform. The appcfg tool features powerful autocomplete, which suggests available commands and dynamically constructs commands for your App.

Tip

Append the --help flag to any command for a detailed explanation.

The appcfg tool streamlines the entire App development lifecycle on the Gladly App Platform, providing a comprehensive set of features to simplify development, deployment, and management.

Development

During development, the appcfg tool accelerates your workflow by:

  • Generating stubs for actions and data pulls, which gives you a solid foundation for your code.

  • Allowing you to run your App without installing it in a Gladly sandbox, which enables rapid iteration and testing.

  • Facilitating unit testing, ensuring the reliability and quality of your App.

Deployment

For deployment, the appcfg tool simplifies:

  • Installing and upgrading Apps with ease, minimizing deployment complexities.

  • Configuring secrets and optional configurations for secure and flexible App deployments.

Managing live Apps

To manage live Apps, the appcfg tool offers features for:

  • Listing available Apps and their configurations, providing a clear overview of your App ecosystem.

  • Debugging requests, enabling you to identify and resolve issues in your live Apps quickly.

By using the appcfg tool, you can optimize your development process, accelerate time to market, and maintain your Apps with improved efficiency and control.

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