How to Install Payload CMS on Arch Linux

Introduction

Payload CMS is an open-source Content Management System (CMS) that allows developers to create websites and web applications with minimal coding. It is fast, easy to use, and highly customizable.

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Payload CMS on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

Before you start, make sure you have the following:

• A server running Arch Linux.
• A sudo user account.

Step 1: Install Dependencies

The first step is to install the dependencies required to run Payload CMS. Run the following command to install the dependencies:

sudo pacman -S git sqlite nodejs npm

Step 2: Clone the Repository

Next, we need to clone the Payload CMS repository from GitHub. Run the following command to clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/payloadcms/payload.git

Step 3: Install NPM Packages

Navigate to the Payload CMS directory and install the required NPM packages:

cd payload
npm install

Step 4: Create a Configuration File

Create a configuration file for Payload CMS:

cp config.example.json config.json

Step 5: Start the Server

Finally, start the Payload CMS server:

npm start

You should now be able to access the Payload CMS installation page by visiting http://localhost:3000 in your web browser.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Payload CMS on your Arch Linux server. You can now customize and configure Payload CMS to create websites and web applications.

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