Do Start

Last updated 8/04/2026

Overview

The Do Start event is a server-side event that executes when an application is started, effectively when it is deployed to the cloud. It runs once per deployment environment, allowing the application to perform initialization tasks, set up global data, or configure environment-specific settings before user interaction occurs.

How it Works

When the application is deployed to a cloud environment:

1. The Do Start event executes automatically on the server.
2. Any associated server-side logic runs immediately, before users log in or interact with the application.
3. This event only executes the first time the application is deployed to each environment. Subsequent deployments will not execute the event unless the application is removed and redeployed.

Use Cases

• Initializing global variables or configuration settings
• Creating default records or system data required for the application
• Setting up scheduled tasks or background processes
• Logging deployment or initialization events for auditing