How to Install Nhost on Manjaro

Nhost is a web application development platform that lets you build backends in no time. It provides a real-time database, GraphQL API, authentication, file storage, and more. This tutorial shows how to install Nhost on Manjaro.

Prerequisites

Before starting, make sure Manjaro is up to date. Run the following command to update the packages:

sudo pacman -Syu

Installation

To install Nhost, follow these steps:

  1. Open a terminal window.

  2. Run the following command to add the Nhost package repository:

    sudo pacman -Syyu
    sudo pacman -S nhost-bin
    
  3. Confirm the installation by typing y and hitting enter.

  4. Once the installation is complete, you can check the Nhost version by running:

    nhost version
    

Starting the Nhost Server

After installation, you need to run the Nhost server. To do that, follow these steps:

  1. Open a terminal window.

  2. Run the following command to start the Nhost server:

    nhost dev
    
  3. Wait for a few seconds until the server starts.

Using Nhost

With Nhost installed and running, you can create new apps and connect to them using the Nhost CLI.

You can use the Nhost API to create tables, add data, and manage access controls. You can also use the Nhost SDK to build your app's front-end.

Conclusion

Nhost is an excellent platform for developing web applications that require a backend. It's easy to install and use, providing you with everything you need to build your app. With this tutorial, you should now be able to install Nhost on Manjaro and start building your app.

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