How to deploy the Edge Function Starter Kit template

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

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

Requirements

• This template uses Application Accelerator and Edge Functions, and it could 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 edge application.
   • The bucket for storage and the edge 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 off 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 edge application, all settings can be customized any time you need by using Azion’s platform.

Updating the edge function

This template includes a simple Hello World edge 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, > Edge Functions.
3. Find the edge function related to your template and select it. It’ll have the same name as your edge 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 edge 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 edge application

To manage and edit your edge 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, > Edge Application.
   • You’ll be redirected to the Edge Application page. It lists all the edge applications you’ve created.
3. Find the edge 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 edge application you’ll work on, you’ll be directed to a page containing all the settings you can configure.

Adding a custom domain

The edge application created during the deployment has an assigned Azion 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 edge application through it.