DevOps & Deployment Flashcards

When using HubSpot Projects (developer projects), what does the `hs project deploy` command do?

Answer: Builds and deploys serverless functions and CRM extensions defined in the project

`hs project deploy` compiles and deploys serverless functions, CRM cards, and other project components to the connected portal.

What is the maximum execution timeout for a HubSpot serverless function?

Answer: 30 seconds

HubSpot serverless functions have a hard timeout of 30 seconds per execution.

A HubSpot serverless function needs to access a private API key. What is the recommended way to store and reference it?

Answer: Store it as a secret using `hs secrets add` and reference it via `process.env`

HubSpot Secrets are encrypted environment variables added via CLI and accessed in functions through `process.env.SECRET_NAME`.

Which HTTP methods are supported by HubSpot serverless function endpoints?

Answer: GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE

HubSpot serverless functions support GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE request methods.

In a HubSpot developer project, where are serverless functions defined relative to the project folder structure?

Answer: In a `.functions` folder within the project

Serverless functions reside inside a `.functions` directory which contains both the function JS files and a `serverless.json` config.

What does the `serverless.json` file inside a `.functions` folder define?

Answer: The endpoint paths and which function files handle each route

`serverless.json` maps URL endpoint paths to their corresponding function handler files and specifies allowed HTTP methods.

When a HubSpot CRM card (UI extension) is deployed via `hs project deploy`, where does it appear for end users?

Answer: On CRM record pages as a custom sidebar or middle panel card

CRM cards appear as custom UI panels on Contact, Company, Deal, or Ticket record pages in the CRM.