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title: "Deployment Methods"
description: "Deployment Methods explains CLI direct deployment and deploy scripts for GenLayer Intelligent Contracts."
source: https://docs.genlayer.com/developers/intelligent-contracts/deploying/deployment-methods
last_updated: 2026-06-11
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# Deployment Methods

Deployment Methods for GenLayer Intelligent Contracts are the two supported approaches for deploying contracts: CLI direct deployment and deploy scripts. Choose **CLI Direct Deployment** to deploy contracts directly using command-line arguments, or use **Deploy Scripts** with TypeScript/JavaScript scripts for complex deployment workflows.

1. **CLI Direct Deployment**: Deploy contracts directly using command-line arguments
2. **Deploy Scripts**: Use TypeScript/JavaScript scripts for complex deployment workflows

## CLI Direct Deployment

The CLI method is perfect for:
- Quick deployments during development
- Simple contracts with minimal setup
- Testing and debugging scenarios
- One-off contract deployments

**Benefits:**
- Fast and straightforward
- No additional files required
- Direct command-line interface
- Immediate feedback

## Deploy Scripts

The deploy script method is ideal for:
- Complex deployment workflows
- Multi-contract deployments
- Testnet environments
- Repeatable deployment processes

**Benefits:**
- Version control friendly
- Complex logic support
- Environment-specific configurations
- Error handling and rollback capabilities
- Integration with CI/CD pipelines

## Choosing the Right Method

| Scenario | Recommended Method | Reason |
|----------|-------------------|---------|
| Local development | CLI Direct | Quick iteration and testing |
| Single contract | CLI Direct | Simple and efficient |
| Multiple contracts | Deploy Scripts | Better orchestration |
| Testnet deployment | Deploy Scripts | More control and reliability |
| CI/CD integration | Deploy Scripts | Automation friendly |

## Next Steps

- Learn about [Network Configuration](./network-configuration) to choose the right deployment target
- Explore [CLI Deployment](./cli-deployment) for direct deployment
- Discover [Deploy Scripts](./deploy-scripts) for advanced workflows