How to Install Solidus on Ubuntu Server Latest

Solidus is an open-source e-commerce platform that allows you to build online stores. In this tutorial, we will be downloading and installing Solidus on an Ubuntu Server latest version.

Prerequisites

• Ubuntu Server installed
• Internet connection
• Basic terminal knowledge

Installing Solidus

1. First, log in to your server's terminal using SSH (Secure Shell).

2. Update your system by running the following command:

   sudo apt-get update
   

3. Install Git using the following command:

   sudo apt-get install git
   

4. Install the RVM (Ruby Version Manager) using the following command:

   gpg --keyserver hkp://pool.sks-keyservers.net --recv-keys 409B6B1796C275462A1703113804BB82D39DC0E3 7D2BAF1CF37B13E2069D6956105BD0E739499BDB
   
   \curl -sSL https://get.rvm.io | bash -s stable
   

5. Add RVM to your system path by running the following command:

   source /etc/profile.d/rvm.sh
   

6. Download and install Ruby 2.5.3 using the following command:

   rvm install 2.5.3
   

7. Set Ruby 2.5.3 as the default version using the following command:

   rvm use 2.5.3 --default
   

8. Download and install the bundler gem using the following command:

   gem install bundler
   

9. Download and install the Solidus gem using the following command:

   gem install solidus
   

10. Generate a new Solidus project by running the following command:

    solidus new my_store
    

11. Navigate to the new Solidus project's directory by running the following command:

    cd my_store
    

12. Install all the necessary dependencies by running the following command:

    bundle install
    

13. Run the Solidus project using the following command:

    bundle exec rails server
    

14. Open a web browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000 to view your Solidus store.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Solidus on an Ubuntu Server latest version! You can now explore Solidus and start building your e-commerce store.

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