How to Install NeonLink on OpenSUSE Latest

NeonLink is a versatile web-based URL shortening service. To install NeonLink on OpenSUSE Latest, follow these steps:

Step 1: Install Required Dependencies

Before you start the installation of NeonLink, it is necessary to install some dependencies. Open your terminal and execute the following command:

sudo zypper install postgresql postgresql-server postgresql-contrib postgresql-devel git nodejs14 npm14

This command will install PostgreSQL database server, Git, Node.js version 14.x.x, and NPM (Node Package Manager) version 14.x.x.

Step 2: Clone NeonLink Repository

Now, clone the NeonLink repository to your local machine by executing the following command:

git clone https://github.com/AlexSciFier/neonlink.git

Step 3: Install NeonLink Dependencies

Navigate to the cloned NeonLink directory using the cd command:

cd neonlink/

Once you are inside the NeonLink directory, install the dependencies by executing the following command:

npm install

This command will install all the dependencies required to run NeonLink.

Step 4: Configure the Database

Before running the NeonLink server, you need to set up the PostgreSQL database. First, start the PostgreSQL server by executing the following command:

sudo systemctl start postgresql

Then, create a new PostgreSQL database user and database by executing the following command:

sudo su - postgres -c "psql -c \"CREATE USER neonlink WITH PASSWORD 'password'\""
sudo su - postgres -c "createdb -O neonlink neonlinkdb"

Note: Replace the 'password' with your desired database password.

Step 5: Configure the Environment Variables

Now, create a new file named .env in the NeonLink directory using the following command:

touch .env

Then, open the .env file with your favorite text editor and add the following environment variables:

NEO_DB_HOST=localhost
NEO_DB_PORT=5432
NEO_DB_USERNAME=neonlink
NEO_DB_PASSWORD=<your_database_password>
NEO_DB_DATABASE=neonlinkdb
NEO_ENV=development
NEO_PORT=3000

Note: Replace the '' with the password you have set in Step 4.

Step 6: Run the Server

Finally, start the NeonLink server by executing the following command:

npm start

Congratulations! NeonLink is now installed and running on your OpenSUSE Latest system.

You can access the NeonLink server by visiting the following URL in your web browser:

http://localhost:3000

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have explained how to install NeonLink on OpenSUSE Latest. If you face any issues during the installation process, feel free to contact the NeonLink community for support.

If you want to self-host in an easy, hands free way, need an external IP address, or simply want your data in your own hands, give IPv6.rs a try!

Alternatively, for the best virtual desktop, try Shells!