How to set up team development server?
by Brad Solomon · in General Discussion · 01/11/2005 (10:21 pm) · 5 replies
My team has been working productively on a game for a while now and we're getting to the point where we need a team server that we can all use for version control, to run multiplayer tests, and maybe host a web site as well. I don't even know where to start with this though.
Are there affordable servers for rent? Is it a bad idea to try to do all of this with one online service, or is this best done with several more specific services? We don't have great internet connections (DSL at best), so setting up a dedicated machine to run off one of our team's line's isn't ideal unless cost is prohibitive otherwise.
Any information (links), or suggestions regarding this issue is much appreciated!
Are there affordable servers for rent? Is it a bad idea to try to do all of this with one online service, or is this best done with several more specific services? We don't have great internet connections (DSL at best), so setting up a dedicated machine to run off one of our team's line's isn't ideal unless cost is prohibitive otherwise.
Any information (links), or suggestions regarding this issue is much appreciated!
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#2
Specs are awesome on the computer though, you probably cant even buy hardware that old anymore. I would also look for something more substantial in regards to credibility and experience in the field. Try something like this for example...
www.sultanhost.com/special.html
01/12/2005 (8:01 am)
*cough*SlowToLoadworks.com would make a better name*cough*Specs are awesome on the computer though, you probably cant even buy hardware that old anymore. I would also look for something more substantial in regards to credibility and experience in the field. Try something like this for example...
www.sultanhost.com/special.html
#3
01/12/2005 (8:24 am)
Gee whiz, nice to meet you too Gonzo. Tell me, what size windows box would it take to run a cvs server, apache, and tge server? A p2 400 linux box is more than enough for testing/development.
#4
Personally, my project runs with two completely separate domain names, on two completely different hosting agents. One is very very cheap, and we use it for development forums and image storage, as well as communications mailing lists. We dont' have our own server, we don't even have anything but a web interface to the server, but it meets the needs.
Our second domain is hosted on a true dedicated server (and a beefy one at that since we use it as a dedicated server platform), with total root access in the shell. It is literally "our" server--we just lease the hardware, bandwidth, and facility space. We use this as our:
--server development platform
--SVN repository platform
--bug database (we use bugzilla, an excellent free tool used by MANY commercial companies)
--dedicated server platform
--linux client test platform (well, not really, our linux dev uses his own network for that, but the capability is fully there)
You can probably find a relatively cheap co-location/remote hosting package, but you really do get what you pay for. For example, it turns out that latest kernels for Redhat have a bug in their "out of memory process killer". This bug was shutting down our dedicated server in some cases hourly, but our hosting provider's tech support was extremely helpful and willing to work weekends, off hours, etc. to help us find and fix the problem.
Depending on your platform and bandwidth requirements, you will probably find co-located servers running from $150-ish to $300-ish, some with massive setup fees and/or contract length requirements. I can personally recommend Xilogix, and if you would like more information, or want a personal referral (good for you and me!), I can put you in touch with the Accounts Manager.
01/12/2005 (8:24 am)
It depends on your budget honestly. The more you are willing to pay, the better quality and capability you will get.Personally, my project runs with two completely separate domain names, on two completely different hosting agents. One is very very cheap, and we use it for development forums and image storage, as well as communications mailing lists. We dont' have our own server, we don't even have anything but a web interface to the server, but it meets the needs.
Our second domain is hosted on a true dedicated server (and a beefy one at that since we use it as a dedicated server platform), with total root access in the shell. It is literally "our" server--we just lease the hardware, bandwidth, and facility space. We use this as our:
--server development platform
--SVN repository platform
--bug database (we use bugzilla, an excellent free tool used by MANY commercial companies)
--dedicated server platform
--linux client test platform (well, not really, our linux dev uses his own network for that, but the capability is fully there)
You can probably find a relatively cheap co-location/remote hosting package, but you really do get what you pay for. For example, it turns out that latest kernels for Redhat have a bug in their "out of memory process killer". This bug was shutting down our dedicated server in some cases hourly, but our hosting provider's tech support was extremely helpful and willing to work weekends, off hours, etc. to help us find and fix the problem.
Depending on your platform and bandwidth requirements, you will probably find co-located servers running from $150-ish to $300-ish, some with massive setup fees and/or contract length requirements. I can personally recommend Xilogix, and if you would like more information, or want a personal referral (good for you and me!), I can put you in touch with the Accounts Manager.
#5
01/14/2005 (1:56 pm)
Thanks for the info guys. I'm looking to spend about $100. Also looking for a windows box - don't really want to have to deal with constantly re-compiling it on linux. 
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