Google Cloud Nightscout branches

Google Cloud Nightscout » Branches

Google Cloud Nightscout has two branches that you can use:


Updates

When you update the platform, you receive the latest release in the branch you are using.


Comparison

To see the differences between the two branches, refer to the release notes.


Switching Branches

If you want to switch branches while using Google Cloud Nightscout, follow these instructions:

1- Copy the following command:

2- Paste the command into the virtual machine terminal.
To run the development bootstrap, change vps-1 to vps-dev.
Leave it as is to run the stable release bootstrap.
3- Press Enter to execute the bootstrap.
4- From the Google Cloud setup submenu, run “Install Nightscout Phase 1.”
5- Restart the server to ensure everything works correctly.

After switching branches:


Which branch am I using?

To determine which branch you are using, go to the status page. The full GitHub path is displayed on the status page, and the last section of the line indicates vps-1 for the stable branch or vps-dev for the development branch.



Which branch should I use?

The choice of branch depends on your needs:

Use the development branch if you are confident with technology and are willing to contribute by testing.
Use the development branch if you need a feature that is only available there.
Use the stable branch if you prefer stability and the stable release meets all your needs.