Installing yarn.social on OpenBSD

This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing yarn.social on OpenBSD.

Prerequisites

In order to install yarn.social, you need to have the following:

• OpenBSD system with root access
• Node.js and npm installed
• Git installed

Installation Steps

Follow the steps below to install yarn.social on OpenBSD:

Step 1: Clone the Repository

First, clone the yarn.social repository using git by running the following command:

$ git clone https://github.com/yarnsocial/yarn.git

This will create a new directory named "yarn" in your current working directory.

Step 2: Install Dependencies

Next, navigate into the "yarn" directory and install the necessary dependencies using npm:

$ cd yarn
$ npm install

Step 3: Build the Application

After installing the dependencies, build the application using the following command:

$ npm run build

Step 4: Run the Server

Finally, start the server by running the following command:

$ npm run start

The server should now be running on port 3000. You can access it by visiting http://localhost:3000 in your web browser.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed yarn.social on OpenBSD. Now, you can create and join groups, post updates, and connect with other users on the platform.

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