Environment Variables

Discover the importance of environment variables in ClawCloud Run and learn how to leverage them for configuring containerized applications. Master batch input methods to streamline configuration mana

Why Environment Variables Matter

In ClawCloud Run, environment variables are critical tools for managing configuration data in containerized applications. They enable you to:

• Decouple configuration from code: Provide dynamic settings (e.g., API keys, database URLs) without modifying your application’s code or container image.

• Simplify deployment: Adjust configurations across environments (development, staging, production) seamlessly.

• Enhance security: Avoid hardcoding sensitive information like credentials.

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Defining Environment Variables

Batch Input in APP Launchpad

ClawCloud Run allows you to define environment variables in bulk through the APP Launchpad interface:

1. Format:

   • Each variable is defined as a key-value pair.

   • Use = or : as separators (e.g., DB_HOST=localhost or API_KEY:abc123).

   • Enter one variable per line.

2. Automatic Sanitization:

   • ClawCloud Run automatically removes invalid characters (e.g., spaces, special symbols) from keys to ensure validity.

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Example Use Cases

• Database Configuration:

  DB_HOST=wordpress-fuqgvtds-mysql-mysql.ns-a497cy4s.svc
  DB_PORT=3306  
  DB_USER=root  

• Third-Party API Integration:

  STRIPE_KEY=sk_live_abc123  
  SENDGRID_API_KEY=SG.xyz456  

• Feature Toggles:

  ENABLE_BETA_FEATURES=true  
  MAINTENANCE_MODE=false