How to Install TiddlyWiki on Void Linux

TiddlyWiki is a unique non-linear notebook for capturing, organizing, and sharing complex information. In this tutorial, we'll guide you through the process of installing TiddlyWiki on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure that you have the following:

Steps to Install TiddlyWiki

Follow the steps below to install TiddlyWiki on Void Linux:

  1. Open the Terminal application by pressing CTRL + ALT + T or by searching for it in the Applications menu.

  2. Type the following command to update your system's package list:

    sudo xbps-install -Sy
    
  3. Run the following command to install the Node.js package:

    sudo xbps-install -S nodejs
    
  4. Use the npm command to install TiddlyWiki globally:

    sudo npm install -g tiddlywiki
    
  5. To verify that TiddlyWiki was installed, type the following command:

    tiddlywiki --version
    

    If installed properly, you should see a version number in the output.

  6. Create a new directory for your TiddlyWiki files:

    mkdir ~/tiddlywiki
    
  7. Navigate to the new directory:

    cd ~/tiddlywiki
    
  8. Initialize a new TiddlyWiki:

    tiddlywiki mywiki --init server
    
  9. Start the server by running the following command:

    cd mywiki
    tiddlywiki --listen
    
  10. Open your web browser and go to http://localhost:8080. You should see the TiddlyWiki interface.

  11. To stop the server, press CTRL + C in the Terminal where the TiddlyWiki server is running.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed TiddlyWiki on Void Linux. You can now create and organize your notes with this powerful and flexible tool. Happy note-taking!

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