How to Install InvenioRDM on MXLinux Latest

InvenioRDM is an open-source research data management platform that allows individuals and institutions to manage research data in a streamlined and organized manner. In this tutorial, we will be walking you through the steps to install InvenioRDM on the latest version of MXLinux.

Prerequisites

Before we get started with the installation process, you will need to ensure the following:

• You have access to an MXLinux latest system with administrative privileges.

• You have a stable internet connection.

Installing Dependencies

The first step in installing InvenioRDM on your MXLinux system is to ensure that all the necessary dependencies are installed. To do this, follow the steps outlined below:

1. Open the terminal on your MXLinux system by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T.

2. Next, update your system's package list:

sudo apt-get update

3. Once the update process is complete, install the necessary dependencies by running the following command:

sudo apt-get install build-essential python3-dev python3-pip python3-setuptools

Installing InvenioRDM

With the necessary dependencies installed, you are now ready to install InvenioRDM. Follow the steps below to do this:

1. In the terminal, create a new directory for InvenioRDM by running:

mkdir invenio

2. Navigate to the directory you created:

cd invenio

3. Install InvenioRDM using pip:

sudo pip3 install invenio-app-rdm

4. With the installation complete, initialize the InvenioRDM database:

invenio rdm init

5. Finally, start the InvenioRDM server by running:

invenio run

You should see a message confirming that the server is running. You can now access InvenioRDM by visiting http://localhost:5000 in your web browser.

Conclusion

InvenioRDM is a powerful tool that can help you organize research data in a more streamlined and efficient manner. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can easily install InvenioRDM on your MXLinux system and start managing your research data like a pro.

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