# Automated MERN stack setup on remote server via SSH in 10 minutes
This automation template deploys a complete MERN stack development environment on any remote Linux server within minutes. Triggered manually, it´s ideal for developers, DevOps engineers, and educators who need fast, consistent, and repeatable dev environment provisioning.
## Who it´s for
- MERN stack developers needing a ready-to-use dev setup
- DevOps engineers automating dev/test server provisioning
- Educators and mentors creating uniform environments for students
- Freelancers managing isolated environments per client
- Teams standardizing internal development workflows
## What the automation does
- Connects to a remote server via SSH using provided credentials
- Updates the system and installs Node.js, MongoDB, Git, Docker, and essential tools
- Installs popular CLI tools: GitHub, AWS, Google Cloud, Heroku, Vercel, Netlify, Firebase
- Creates a dedicated developer user with sudo privileges and secure access controls
- Configures firewall, environment variables, and deploys a sample MERN project
- Finishes with a completion notification
## What´s included
- Ready-to-use n8n workflow
- Manual trigger logic and connection parameter handling
- Integrations only with listed stack/services: SSH, Bash, Linux, Docker, VS Code, etc.
- Basic text instructions for launch and adaptation
## Requirements for setup
- Access to an n8n instance (self-hosted or cloud)
- Remote Linux server with SSH access
- Server credentials (IP, username, password or private key)
- Sudo privileges on the target server
## Benefits and outcomes
- Saves up to 2 hours per environment setup
- Reduces human error during manual installation
- Enables scaling to dozens of identical servers
- Standardizes environments across teams or classrooms
- Fast recovery after failures or reinstallation
- Immediate readiness for development work
## Important: template only
Important: you are purchasing a ready-made automation workflow template only. Rollout into your infrastructure, connecting specific accounts and services, 1:1 setup help, custom adjustments for non-standard stacks and any consulting support are provided as a separate paid service at an individual rate. To discuss custom work or 1:1 help, contact via chat
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