How to install Nullboard on Void Linux

1. Open your terminal on your Void Linux system.

2. Install the necessary dependencies using the following command:

   sudo xbps-install -S nodejs npm git
   

3. Download the Nullboard source code from the official GitHub repository using the following command:

   git clone https://github.com/apankrat/nullboard.git
   

4. Navigate to the nullboard directory using the following command:

   cd nullboard
   

5. Install the required node modules using the following command:

   sudo npm install
   

6. Modify the config file for your environment.

   cp config.example.js config.js
   vim config.js
   

   Change the base_url and listen_all parameters, as necessary.

7. Generate SSL certificates by executing the following command:

   sudo openssl req -x509 -nodes -newkey rsa:4096 -keyout ssl/ssl.key -out ssl/ssl.crt
   

8. Start the application:

   sudo node app.js
   

   This will start the Nullboard server. You can now access the web interface by navigating to https://localhost:3000 in your web browser.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Nullboard on your Void Linux system. You can now use it to view important updates and events from various sources in a single view.

If you want to self-host in an easy, hands free way, need an external IP address, or simply want your data in your own hands, give IPv6.rs a try!

Alternatively, for the best virtual desktop, try Shells!