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Runtimes execute project work. They are separate from environments. Environments configure targets. Runtimes execute work for those targets.

Choose a runtime

RuntimeUse it for
Server runtimeLong-running compute for app routes and agent runtime services.
Job runtimeDurable background execution for tasks, workflows, and cron triggers.
Sandbox runtimeIsolated workspace sessions for commands, files, and tools.
Connected runtimeRegistered service or worker that executes agent runs.

How they relate

RuntimeExecutesBoundary
Server runtimeApp routes and hosted agent services.Runs deployed environments.
Job runtimeTasks, workflows, and scheduled work.Records durable background execution.
Sandbox runtimeCommands, files, and tool work.Isolates workspace execution.
Connected runtimeAgent runs from registered services or workers.Streams events to the control plane.

Next

ConceptExplains
Deployment lifecycleHow a project change becomes a running deployment.
Runs and eventsHow Veryfront tracks agent, job, and workflow execution.