How to deploy the Function Starter Kit template

The Function Starter Kit template contains the configurations for creating a function-based application without origin dependencies. This template simplifies the configuration process, allowing you to quickly deploy an function that is ready to run at the edge.

The deployment of this template creates an application, a basic “Hello World” function, and a domain to facilitate your access and management through Azion Web Platform.

Requirements

• This template uses Application Accelerator and Functions, and it may generate usage-related costs. Check the pricing page for more information.

Deploying the template

You can obtain and configure your template through the Azion Console. To easily deploy it at the edge, click the button below.

Setting up the template

In the configuration form, you must provide the information to configure your application. Fill in the presented fields.

Fields identified with an asterisk are mandatory.

1. Define a name for your application.
   • The bucket for storage and the function will use the same name.
   • Use a unique and easy-to-remember name. If the name has already been used, the platform returns an error message.
2. Click the Deploy button to start the deployment process.

During the deployment, you’ll be able to follow the process through a window showing the logs. When it’s complete, the page shows information about the application and some options to continue your journey.

Managing the template

Considering that this initial setup may not be optimal for your specific application, all settings can be customized any time you need by using Azion’s platform.

Updating the function

This template includes a simple Hello World function that is ready to run. Follow these steps to update it according to your needs:

1. Access Azion Console.
2. On the upper-left corner, select Products menu, the icon with three horizontal lines, > Functions.
3. Find the function related to your template and select it. It’ll have the same name as your application.
   • The list is organized alphabetically. You can also use the search bar located in the upper-left corner of the list; currently, it filters only by Function Name.
4. On the function page, use the tabs to configure your function.
   • On the Main Settings page, you can rename the function and change some basic settings.
   • On the Code tab, you can update the function’s code.
   • On the Arguments tab, you can define the arguments used by the function.
5. Click the Save button to save your changes.

Managing the application

To manage and edit your application’s settings, follow these steps:

1. Access Azion Console.
2. On the upper-left corner, select Products menu, the icon with three horizontal lines, > Applications.
   • You’ll be redirected to the Applications page. It lists all the applications you’ve created.
3. Find the application related to your template and select it.
   • The list is organized alphabetically. You can also use the search bar located in the upper-left corner of the list; currently, it filters only by Application Name.

After selecting the application you’ll work on, you’ll be directed to a page containing all the settings you can configure.

Adding a custom domain

The application created during the deployment has an assigned Azion Workload domain to make it accessible through the browser. The domain has the following format: xxxxxxxxxx.map.azionedge.net/. However, you can add a custom domain for users to access your application through it.