How to Install Sandstorm on Arch Linux

Sandstorm is an open source platform for self-hosting web applications. This tutorial will guide you through the steps of installing Sandstorm on Arch Linux.

Step 1: Install Dependencies

Before installing Sandstorm on Arch Linux, you need to install some dependencies. Open your terminal and type the following command:

sudo pacman -Syu

This command will update your system and install the latest dependencies.

Step 2: Install Sandstorm

Now you are ready to install Sandstorm. Follow the steps below to install Sandstorm on your Arch Linux system:

1. Download the Sandstorm installation script by running the following command in your terminal:

   curl https://install.sandstorm.io > install.sh

2. Make the installation script executable:

   chmod +x install.sh

3. Run the installation script:

   ./install.sh

4. The installation script will ask you to create a new user account. Follow the prompts to create your account.

5. Once the installation is complete, you can start Sandstorm by running the following command:

   sudo systemctl start sandstorm

6. Verify that Sandstorm is running by visiting the following URL in your web browser:

   http://localhost:6080

   You should see the Sandstorm welcome page.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Sandstorm on Arch Linux.

Step 3: Configure Sandstorm

You can now configure Sandstorm as per your requirement. You can add new apps or manage existing ones by visiting the following URL in your web browser:

http://localhost:6080/apps/

You can configure Sandstorm further by visiting the admin panel at:

http://localhost:6080/admin/

Note that you need to log in as an administrator to access the admin panel.

Step 4: Update Sandstorm

To update Sandstorm on Arch Linux, run the following commands in your terminal:

sudo systemctl stop sandstorm
sudo sandstorm update
sudo systemctl start sandstorm

These commands will stop Sandstorm, update it to the latest version, and start it again.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you have learned how to install Sandstorm on Arch Linux. You have also learned how to configure and update Sandstorm. Have fun exploring the features of Sandstorm and hosting your own web applications!

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