How to Install Gitit on Arch Linux

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Gitit on Arch Linux. Gitit is a wiki system written in Haskell, and it allows users to create and edit pages using a web browser or a text editor.

Prerequisites

Before you start installing Gitit on your Arch Linux system, make sure you have the following items:

• A running Arch Linux system or a virtual machine
• An internet connection
• A non-root user with sudo privileges

Step 1: Install Haskell and Git

We need to install Haskell and Git on our Arch Linux system. Open a terminal and execute the following command to install the required packages:

sudo pacman -S ghc git

This command will download and install the GHC compiler and Git on your system.

Step 2: Install Cabal and Stack

Cabal and Stack are package managers for Haskell. We will use Cabal to install Gitit. Execute the following command to install Cabal and Stack:

sudo pacman -S cabal-install haskell-stack

Step 3: Clone the Gitit Repository

We need to clone the Gitit repository from GitHub. Open a terminal and execute the following command to clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/jgm/gitit.git

This command will download the Gitit repository into a directory named gitit.

Step 4: Build and Install Gitit

Now, we need to build and install Gitit. Open a terminal and navigate to the gitit directory using the cd command:

cd gitit

Execute the following command to build Gitit:

stack build

This command will download all the required dependencies and compile the Gitit project.

Finally, execute the following command to install Gitit:

stack install

This command will install Gitit on your system.

Step 5: Test Gitit

To test Gitit, execute the following command in a terminal:

gitit

This command will start the Gitit server on port 5001. Open a web browser and navigate to http://localhost:5001. You should see the Gitit homepage.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Gitit on your Arch Linux system.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have guided you through the process of installing Gitit on Arch Linux. Gitit is a useful tool if you want to create a wiki system to share knowledge and collaborate with others. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, please consult the official documentation or ask for help on the Gitit GitHub page.

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