How to Install Ergo on Arch Linux

Ergo is an open-source messaging application that provides a private and secure communication platform for individuals and teams. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Ergo on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

1. Before we begin, you must have an Arch Linux operating system installed on your machine.
2. Ensure that you have a stable internet connection.

Step 1: Update Your System

Before proceeding with the installation, update your system by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo pacman -Syu

Step 2: Install Dependencies

Ergo requires some dependencies to be installed before installation. To install them, run the following command:

sudo pacman -S git make gcc qt5-base qt5-tools extra-cmake-modules dbus-1 libxkbcommon libpulse libnotify libqalculate

Step 3: Clone the Ergo Repository

Next, you need to clone the Ergo application repository from GitLab. To do this, run the following command:

git clone https://gitlab.com/ergochat/ergo.git

Step 4: Build Ergo

Now, navigate to the directory where the Ergo application has been cloned and build the application with the following command:

cd ergo && mkdir build && cd build && cmake .. && make -j$(nproc)

Step 5: Install Ergo

After building the Ergo application, install it to your system by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo make install

Step 6: Launch Ergo

Once the installation process is complete, you can launch Ergo by running the following command:

ergo

Alternatively, you can search for Ergo in your application launcher and launch it from there.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Ergo on your Arch Linux system. Start using Ergo to communicate securely and privately with your friends and teams.

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