How to Install PushBits on Void Linux

PushBits is a cloud messaging and push notification service that allows you to send notifications and messages to iOS and Android devices. In this tutorial, we will discuss how to install PushBits on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, you need to have the following prerequisites:

• Root access to your server
• A working installation of Node.js and NPM

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Follow the steps below to install PushBits on your Void Linux server:

1. Clone the PushBits repository from GitHub:

   $ git clone https://github.com/pushbits/server.git
   

2. Change to the PushBits directory:

    $ cd server
   

3. Install the required dependencies:

   $ npm install
   

4. Configure the PushBits server by creating a config.json file:

   $ cp config.json.example config.json
   

   Once you've copied this file, edit it and replace the default values with your own values.

5. Start PushBits by running the following command:

    $ npm start
   

Conclusion

Once you have completed these steps, PushBits will be installed on your Void Linux server and ready to use. You can now integrate it with your application to send push notifications and messages to iOS and Android devices.

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