OpenOLAT is a web-based learning management system. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install OpenOLAT on Void Linux.
Before starting the installation process, ensure that you have the following:
Update your system by running the following command:
sudo xbps-install -Su
OpenOLAT requires Java to run. You can install Java on Void Linux using the following command:
sudo xbps-install -S openjdk
Download the OpenOLAT package from the official website https://www.openolat.com/?lang=en. Choose the appropriate version for your system.
Extract the OpenOLAT package to the /opt/ directory by running the following command:
sudo tar -xzf openolat-*.tar.gz -C /opt/
Create a symlink to the OpenOLAT directory to make it easier to access by running the following command:
sudo ln -s /opt/openolat-* /opt/openolat
Start OpenOLAT using the following command:
cd /opt/openolat
sudo ./openolat start
You can now access OpenOLAT using your web browser at http://localhost:8080/.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed OpenOLAT on Void Linux.
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