The Static Website Launch Checklist
Review the generated files and the real host behavior before sending visitors to a new static release.
The Lab / Topic
Deployment
When a static release fails, begin by locating the boundary: source generation, output files, host configuration, or a supporting service. Check the artifact you actually published, then load an affected page directly. A missing image on a nested route may point to a path assumption; an absent article may reflect draft settings or a stale release.
The launch checklist provides a repeatable inspection sequence. Keep the static publishing model in view as you troubleshoot: prepared files and request processing have different responsibilities. Record the build command, destination, and source revision for each release. Preserve a known working version so recovery can proceed while you investigate the specific cause of a problem.
Read and build
The deployment collection.
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