Deployment Guide: Open Source vs Enterprise Cloud

Choosing the right deployment model is crucial for security, compliance, cost, and operational efficiency. TarqaAI offers two primary options.

Deployment Options

🏠 Open Source Self-Hosted

Best for: Startups, research institutions, strong DevOps teams

• Full control over infrastructure and data
• Cost-effective for high-volume usage
• Customizable to specific requirements
• No vendor lock-in
• Community-driven development

☁️ Enterprise Cloud

Best for: Large enterprises, regulated industries, product-focused teams

• Managed infrastructure with 99.99% uptime SLA
• Enterprise security features and compliance
• Scalable without operational overhead
• Advanced monitoring and support
• Regular updates and maintenance

Quick Start: Docker

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/tarqa-ai/tarqa-core.git
cd tarqa-core

# Configure environment
cp .env.example .env

# Start with Docker Compose
docker-compose up -d

# Verify installation
curl http://localhost:8000/health

Production: Kubernetes

apiVersion: apps/v1
kind: Deployment
metadata:
  name: tarqa-api
spec:
  replicas: 3
  containers:
  - name: tarqa-api
    image: tarqa/tarqa-core:latest
    ports:
    - containerPort: 8000
    resources:
      requests:
        memory: "2Gi"
        cpu: "1000m"

Cost Comparison

Open Source

• Infrastructure: $150/month
• Storage: $20/month
• DevOps time: $200/month
• Total: ~$920/month

Enterprise Cloud

• Managed infrastructure: $500/month
• Advanced security: $200/month
• 24/7 support: $300/month
• Total: ~$1500/month

*Enterprise costs include SLA guarantees, compliance, and managed services*

Decision Framework

Choose Open Source If:

• You have strong DevOps capabilities
• Cost is the primary concern
• You need full customization
• You prefer community support

Choose Enterprise Cloud If:

• Security and compliance are critical
• You want managed infrastructure
• 99.99% uptime SLA is required
• Your team focuses on product development

Both options are production-ready. Start with what fits your current needs - you can always migrate later!