Installing Dillinger on Ubuntu Server

In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install Dillinger on Ubuntu Server. Dillinger is a free, online markdown editor that comes with a range of advanced features. It allows users to create, edit, and preview Markdown files in real-time.

Step 1: Update the Ubuntu Server

Before installing Dillinger on Ubuntu Server, update the system to ensure that all the packages are up-to-date. Use the following command to update the Ubuntu Server:

$ sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade

Step 2: Install Git

Dillinger can be installed via Git, so it's essential to ensure Git is installed on your Ubuntu Server. Use the following command to install Git:

$ sudo apt-get install git

Step 3: Install Node.js

Dillinger requires Node.js to be installed. Use the following command to install Node.js:

$ curl -sL https://deb.nodesource.com/setup_12.x | sudo -E bash -
$ sudo apt-get install -y nodejs

Step 4: Clone Dillinger from GitHub

Use Git to clone the Dillinger repository from GitHub:

$ git clone https://github.com/joemccann/dillinger.git

Step 5: Install Dependencies

Change to the dillinger directory and install the required dependencies:

$ cd dillinger
$ npm install -d

Step 6: Start the Dillinger Server

Start the Dillinger server using the following command:

$ node app

Dillinger is now installed and running on Ubuntu Server, and you can access it by navigating to the IP address or domain name of your server in a web browser.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we guided you on how to install Dillinger on Ubuntu Server. With Dillinger, you can easily create and edit markdown files in real-time, no matter where you are. Happy coding!

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