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The $0 AI Architecture Stack · 2026
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Deployment Layer
Ship for free · Docker · Cloudflare Workers · Hugging Face
What is the Deployment Layer?
The Deployment Layer ships your app to the world. Docker packages everything into a reproducible container, Cloudflare Workers run code at the edge with a generous free tier, and Hugging Face Spaces host AI apps and demos for free with GPU options — closing the loop on a fully $0 stack.
Tools in this Layer
🐳 Docker
Package your app and dependencies into a portable, reproducible container.
⚙️ Cloudflare Workers
Run serverless functions at the edge worldwide with a free tier.
🤗 Hugging Face
Host AI demos and apps on Spaces for free, with optional GPUs.
Cost
$0 / free tier
Docker is free; Cloudflare Workers and HF Spaces have free tiers.