--- title: Introduction to Shopware PaaS | Shopware Community Hub description: >- Understanding Shopware PaaS fundamentals, project lifecycle, and core deployment concepts for Shopware applications. canonical_url: 'https://hub.shopware.com/learn/course/paas-introduction' --- # Introduction to Shopware PaaS Welcome to your first step into the world of Shopware PaaS development! This course provides the essential foundation you need to understand how Shopware PaaS transforms the way we deploy and manage Shopware applications. In this course, you'll discover how Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) fundamentally changes the deployment landscape for Shopware projects. We'll explore the key differences between traditional hosting approaches and modern PaaS solutions, helping you understand when and why PaaS is the right choice for your projects. - Understand Shopware PaaS architecture and service offerings. - Navigate the project lifecycle from development to production. - Master core deployment concepts, including Git workflows, YAML configuration, and build processes. - Use Shopware PaaS CLI tools effectively. # Introduction to Shopware PaaS ## Your learning path ahead By the end of this course, you'll have a solid understanding of PaaS fundamentals and be ready to move into the practical aspects of planning and bootstrapping your first Shopware PaaS project. Each unit builds upon the previous one, ensuring you develop a comprehensive understanding of the PaaS ecosystem. Let's begin your journey into the world of Shopware PaaS! ## Learning Units ## Units - [What is PaaS?](/learn/unit/paas-what-is-paas): Understand the fundamentals of Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), its use cases, and how it compares to other hosting models for Shopware projects. - [Project Lifecycle & Responsibilities](/learn/unit/paas-responsibilities): Understand the key roles and project stages involved in Shopware deployments on PaaS platforms, from provisioning to ongoing operations. - [Core Concepts of PaaS Deployment](/learn/unit/paas-core-concepts): Learn the fundamental technical concepts behind PaaS deployments, including git-based workflows, environment orchestration, and infrastructure as code.