Glosa is an open-source server that allows users to run a GraphQL server with minimal setup. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Glosa on Ubuntu Server.
Before installing Glosa, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:
To install Node.js and npm on your Ubuntu Server, run the following commands:
$ sudo apt update
$ sudo apt install nodejs
$ sudo apt install npm
You can verify the installation by checking the version of Node.js and npm using the following commands:
$ node -v
$ npm -v
To clone the Glosa repository, use the git clone command:
$ git clone https://github.com/glosa/glosa-server.git
This will create a new directory glosa-server in your current directory.
To install the dependencies required by Glosa, navigate to the glosa-server directory and run the following command:
$ cd glosa-server
$ npm install
This will install all the required dependencies specified in the package.json file.
To start the Glosa server, run the following command:
$ npm start
This will start the Glosa server on port 4000. You can access the Glosa Playground at http://localhost:4000.
You have successfully installed Glosa on your Ubuntu Server Latest. You can now create your own GraphQL server or use Glosa as an alternative to other GraphQL servers.
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!
