Add comprehensive container image deployment platform comparison

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Summary

This PR adds a new comprehensive comparison document for container image deployment platforms, complementing the existing Python FaaS comparison. The document provides detailed analysis of 16 hosted platforms where users can deploy pre-built container images with minimal operational overhead.

Key Changes

  • New document: one-click-image-deployment.md (256 lines)

    • Compares serverless and instance-based container platforms
    • Covers DevEx (CLI deploy, auto-redeploy, architecture support)
    • Detailed pricing comparison including free tiers and scale-to-zero capabilities
    • Runtime limits (instance size, timeouts, image size, scaling, protocol support)
    • Platform ecosystem products (databases, storage, GPU, cron/jobs)
    • Deploy buttons and one-click app catalogs
    • Community and support channels
    • Comprehensive references with links verified as of July 3, 2026

  • Platforms covered: Azure Container Apps, Cloudflare Containers, DigitalOcean App Platform, Fly.io, Google Cloud Run, Heroku, IBM Code Engine, Koyeb, Northflank, Railway, Render, Scaleway Serverless Containers, Sevalla, Zeabur, plus managed app hosting alternatives (Elestio, PikaPods, Sliplane)

  • Updated README.md: Added reference link to the new container deployment comparison document

Notable Implementation Details

  • Document distinguishes between serverless (per-second billing, scale to zero) and instance-based (flat/per-second pricing, mostly always-on) platforms
  • Clearly marks excluded platforms (AWS App Runner, Vercel, Netlify, Clever Cloud, etc.) with explanations
  • Tracks recent platform changes (2024–2026) including AWS App Runner closure, Heroku feature freeze, Railway's infrastructure migration, and emerging GPU support
  • Uses consistent notation (✅/🚫/❔) for feature support and unverified information
  • Pricing data in USD (except Scaleway/Clever Cloud in EUR) with clear disclaimers about verification date
  • Includes practical guidance on deploy buttons and one-click app catalogs as related category

https://claude.ai/code/session_01DQdt7QFWbt8iGPpq2WGU5M