How to Install Ghostfolio on Void Linux

Ghostfolio is a web-based portfolio management tool that allows users to securely track, manage, and analyze their cryptocurrency holdings. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install Ghostfolio on Void Linux, a lightweight and binary-based Linux distribution.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation, ensure that you have the following prerequisites:

Step 1: Update the System

The first step is to ensure that your system is up-to-date. Open the terminal and enter the following command to update your system:

sudo xbps-install -Suy

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

Before installing Ghostfolio, we need to install some required dependencies. Enter the following command in the terminal:

sudo xbps-install -y nodejs yarn pkg-config cairo-dev pango-dev giflib-dev

Step 3: Clone the Ghostfolio Repository

Next, we need to clone the Ghostfolio repository from GitHub. Enter the following command in the terminal:

git clone https://github.com/ghostfol/ghostfol.io.git

Step 4: Install Node.js Dependencies

Navigate to the Ghostfolio directory by entering the following command:

cd ghostfol.io

Next, install the Node.js dependencies by running the following command:

yarn install

Step 5: Build Ghostfolio

We need to build Ghostfolio before we can run it. Enter the following command:

yarn build

Step 6: Start Ghostfolio

Finally, run the following command to start Ghostfolio:

yarn start

Ghostfolio should now be accessible at http://localhost:5000.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install Ghostfolio on Void Linux. Ghostfolio is now ready to use and manage your cryptocurrency portfolio. We hope you found this tutorial helpful!

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