Tutorial: How to Install Hakatime on Kali Linux Latest?

Hakatime is an open-source, self-hosted time tracking solution for programmers. It is an effective tool for monitoring how much time is spent on specific coding projects.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to install Hakatime on Kali Linux.

Prerequisites

Before we start the installation process, ensure that the following software is installed on your Kali Linux machine:

• Git
• Docker
• Docker Compose

You can install these packages using the following command:

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install git docker.io docker-compose

Installation

1. Clone the Hakatime repository from GitHub using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/mujx/hakatime.git

2. Navigate to the Hakatime directory using the following command:

cd hakatime

3. Run the Docker Compose command to start the installation process:

sudo docker-compose up -d

This command will download and install all necessary dependencies and start the Hakatime application.

4. Once the installation is complete, navigate to the Hakatime web interface by opening up a web browser and entering the following URL:

http://localhost:3000

5. You should see the Hakatime login page where you can create a new account or login with an existing one. After logging in, you can start tracking your coding time.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have covered the steps required to install and use Hakatime on Kali Linux. With this installation, you can now keep track of your coding time and enhance your productivity.

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