In OutSystems, how do applications relate to deployment units?

In OutSystems, applications are intrinsically linked to deployment units because they are designed to serve as the primary units of deployment within the OutSystems infrastructure. When an application is created in OutSystems, it represents a collection of resources, logic, and user interface components that are packaged together to be deployed as a single entity.

This cohesive packaging allows developers to manage the application lifecycle effectively, from development to staging and finally to production environments. When an application is deployed, all of its components are transferred to the target environment simultaneously, ensuring that all parts of the application are synchronized and functional.

The use of applications as deployment units simplifies the deployment process, as it allows for systematic version control and management of dependencies. This also fosters better organization within the development teams, as they can focus on deploying the entire application rather than handling individual components separately. As a result, the approach promotes a more streamlined and efficient deployment process, making it easier to maintain application integrity and performance across different environments.