Application
An Application represents a software service hosted within a specific environment. This service can be categorized as:
Business Application: These support various business functions, such as eCommerce platforms, payment processing systems, or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software like SAP.
Technical Service: These provide technical functionalities to support other applications. Examples include container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or operating systems (OS) themselves.
Relationships and Structure
Dependencies: Applications can rely on other Applications to function properly. These dependencies create connections between them within the Environment.
Tiers: Complex Applications are often structured with multiple tiers, each performing specific tasks. When an Applçication includes tiers, it is classified as an Application Landscape. For more information, refer to the Environment and Application Landscapes documentation.
Deployment: Refers to the specific version of an application currently running in a particular environment. This ensures everyone is working with the same version and facilitates tracking changes.
Below is a visual representation illustrating the connections between the concepts covered in this article:
Apwide Golive Core Concepts