A deployment option
Netlify can build a Hugo repository and distribute the resulting files. Deploy previews can make changes reviewable before a production release. Functions and other services are optional capabilities, not requirements for a Hugo site.
Questions before choosing it
Check current plan limits, build costs, access requirements, cache behavior, and rollback support. Confirm the required Hugo version in the build environment. Verify the actual deployed 404 status, HTTPS, redirects, and security headers.
The workshop describes Netlify as an option. It does not claim an active Netlify account or deployment, a permanent free tier, or comparative performance results.