Rasa Studio is a self-hosted product designed for collaborative development, requiring deployment within your own environment. Studio offers two deployment options: using Helm or Docker Compose. Each option serves different needs:

### Docker Compose

Our recommended getting-started or trial install. Ideal for those who prefer a more straightforward setup without needing Kubernetes.

### Helm

Best suited for those who already have a Kubernetes environment and require maximum control and flexibility for a production deployment.

**Ready to deploy?** Pick your path, follow the steps, and get started with building amazing conversational AI experiences.

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Read the [System Architecture Guide](/content/docs/reference/architecture/studio/index.html) to learn more about the containers, services, and resource requirements for self-hosted deployment instances.