# Deployment

**type:** `deployment`

**Description:** The software deployment.

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| Attribute  | Type | Description  | Examples  | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| `deployment.environment` | string | Name of the [deployment environment](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deployment_environment) (aka deployment tier). | `staging`; `production` | No |
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