How to Install Trac on Void Linux

Trac is an open source issue tracking system that provides an integrated wiki and ticketing system. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing Trac on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

• A system running Void Linux.
• Root access to the system.

Step 1: Update the System

Before you begin the installation process, it is a good practice to update the system to the latest packages.

Update the packages using the following command:

# xbps-install -Su

Step 2: Install Required Packages

To install Trac on Void Linux, you need to install the following packages:

• trac
• trac-plugins
• sqlite

You can install these packages using the following command:

# xbps-install trac trac-plugins sqlite

Step 3: Configure the Database

Trac uses SQLite as a database backend. Before you start using Trac, you need to configure the database.

Create a new SQLite database by running the following commands:

# mkdir /var/trac
# sqlite3 /var/trac/trac.db < /usr/share/trac/db/trac.sql

Step 4: Create a Configuration File

Create a new configuration file for Trac using the following command:

# trac-admin /var/trac initenv

Step 5: Start Trac

To start Trac, run the following command:

# tracd --port 8000 /var/trac

You can now access Trac by opening a web browser and navigating to http://localhost:8000.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Trac on Void Linux. You can now start using Trac to track issues and manage your projects. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, refer to the official Trac documentation or seek help from the community.

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