How to Install GarageHQ on Void Linux

GarageHQ is a web-based tool used to manage and organize GarageBand files. This tutorial describes the steps to install GarageHQ on Void Linux using the command line.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation process, you need to ensure that the following dependencies are met:

• A user account with sudo privileges.
• Internet connectivity to download and install packages.
• A package manager such as xbps is installed on your Void Linux system.

Steps to Install GarageHQ

1. Open the Terminal on your Void Linux system.

2. Update the package list of your system which will ensure that you have the latest version of packages.

   sudo xbps-install -S &&
   sudo xbps-install -Sy
   

3. Install the required dependencies, including NodeJS, npm, and git.

   sudo xbps-install -y git nodejs npm
   

4. Clone the GarageHQ repository from GitHub.

   git clone https://github.com/Deuxfleurs/GarageHQ.git
   

5. Navigate to the cloned repo and install its dependencies.

   cd GarageHQ
   npm install
   

6. Start the GarageHQ server.

   node server.js
   

7. GarageHQ should now be accessible from your web browser. You can access it by entering http://localhost:3000 in the address bar.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed GarageHQ on Void Linux. You can now effectively use GarageHQ to manage and organize your GarageBand files.

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