How to Install Novu on Void Linux

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of Novu on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

• A running instance of Void Linux.
• Internet connection to download and install dependencies.
• Basic knowledge of command-line interface and package management.

Step 1: Update the System

Before installing any new software, it is always recommended to update the system to the latest version. Open the terminal and execute the following command:

sudo xbps-install -Suy

This command will update the package database, upgrade existing packages, and install any available updates.

Step 2: Install dependencies

In order to install Novu, we need to install some dependencies first. Execute the following command in the terminal:

sudo xbps-install -Syu git npm nodejs-lts

This command will install Git, NPM (Node Package Manager), and the LTS version of Node.js.

Step 3: Clone Novu repository

Next, we need to clone the Novu repository from GitHub. Execute the following command:

git clone https://github.com/novu-co/novu.git

This command will download the Novu source code to your local machine.

Step 4: Install Novu dependencies

Now, we need to install the dependencies required by Novu. Navigate to the Novu directory by executing the following command:

cd novu

Inside the Novu directory, execute the following command:

npm install

This command will install all the necessary dependencies for Novu.

Step 5: Run Novu

To start Novu, execute the following command:

npm start

This command will launch Novu in your default web browser.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Novu on Void Linux. Now, you can start using Novu to create beautiful presentations and collaborate with your team.

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