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How to Install XWiki on OpenSUSE Latest

Introduction:

XWiki is an open-source software system that operates on Java language. It is fully scalable and can accommodate a variety of use scenarios, including enterprise knowledge management, large-scale document management, and other applications. This tutorial outlines the steps to install XWiki on OpenSUSE.

Prerequisites:

Before starting the installation process, make sure that the following requirements are met:

• A server running OpenSUSE with latest updates
• Java Runtime Environment (JRE) or Java Development Kit (JDK) with version 8 or later installed
• Apache Maven or a similar build tool
• A web browser
• Internet Connection

Step 1: Install Java

First, install Java JRE or JDK by using the following command:

sudo zypper install -y java-1_8_0-openjdk java-1_8_0-openjdk-devel

Verify the installation of Java by running the command below:

java -version

Step 2: Install Apache Maven:

XWiki uses Maven as a build tool to compile, test, and package the application. Install Apache Maven by running this command:

sudo zypper install -y maven

Verify the installation of Maven by running the command:

mvn -version

Step 3: Install PostgreSQL:

XWiki stores data in a PostgreSQL database. Install it by running the command:

sudo zypper install postgresql postgresql-server

Step 4: Create a database

Create a new PostgreSQL database for XWiki by running this command as root:

sudo -u postgres createdb xwiki -O postgres

Step 5: Download and Install XWiki

Download the latest version of XWiki by visiting the XWiki download page.

Extract the downloaded archive file to a directory of your choice. Navigate into the extracted folder and build XWiki using Maven:

cd <xwiki-directory>
mvn clean install -DskipTests

This step may take some time to complete, depending on your system's resources and internet speed. Once the build is complete, start the XWiki application by running:

./start_xwiki.sh

Step 6: Access XWiki via Browser:

Once the XWiki application is started, you can visit it using a web browser by typing the following URL:

http://localhost:8080/xwiki

This will launch the XWiki installation wizard. Follow the prompts to complete the installation process.

Conclusion:

In this tutorial, we have learned how to install XWiki on OpenSUSE. If you have any problem setting up XWiki on your system, you can visit the XWiki documentation for further assistance.

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