Tutorial: How to install Ghostfolio on NetBSD?

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Ghostfolio on NetBSD. Ghostfolio is a modern portfolio tracker that allows you to manage your cryptocurrency investments in real-time. It is a web-based application that is easy to use and provides a comprehensive overview of your portfolio.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation process, make sure that your system meets the following requirements:

• NetBSD is installed and running on your system.
• You have root access to your system.
• You have an internet connection.

Steps to Install Ghostfolio on NetBSD

Follow the below steps to install Ghostfolio on NetBSD:

Step 1: Update the Package Manager

Run the following command to update the package manager:

pkgin update

Step 2: Install Required Packages

Run the following command to install the required packages:

pkgin install nginx nodejs npm

Step 3: Clone the Ghostfolio Repository

Clone the Ghostfolio repository using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/ghostfol.io/ghostfolio.git

Step 4: Install Dependencies

Navigate to the cloned repository and install the dependencies using the following commands:

cd ghostfolio/
npm install
npm run build

Step 5: Configure Nginx

Create a new Nginx configuration file with the following command:

nano /usr/pkg/etc/nginx/conf.d/ghostfolio.conf

Add the following configuration to the file:

server {
    listen 80;
    server_name your_domain.com;

    location / {
        proxy_pass http://localhost:8000;
        proxy_set_header Host $host;
        proxy_set_header X-Real-IP $remote_addr;
        proxy_set_header X-Forwarded-For $proxy_add_x_forwarded_for;
    }

    location /socket.io {
        proxy_pass http://localhost:8000;
        proxy_http_version 1.1;
        proxy_set_header Upgrade $http_upgrade;
        proxy_set_header Connection "Upgrade";
    }
}

Replace your_domain.com with your domain name.

Step 6: Start Ghostfolio

Start Ghostfolio using the following command:

npm start

Once the server is started, navigate to http://your_domain.com in your web browser to access Ghostfolio.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install Ghostfolio on NetBSD. Now you can easily manage your cryptocurrency investments in real-time using Ghostfolio. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, feel free to consult the official Ghostfolio documentation.

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