How to Install Bloben on Windows 10

This tutorial will guide you through the steps to install Bloben on Windows 10.

Prerequisites

Before beginning the installation process, you will need:

• A computer running Windows 10.
• An active internet connection.
• An email address to sign up for the Bloben app.

Step 1: Download and Install Node.js

Bloben is built with Node.js, so you will need to install it first.

1. Go to the Node.js website and download the appropriate version for your system (32-bit or 64-bit).
2. Double-click on the downloaded file to start the installation process.
3. Follow the installation wizard prompt to complete the installation process.
4. Once installed, open the Command Prompt by pressing Windows + X, and select "Command Prompt" (or "Windows PowerShell" if you prefer that).

$ node -v

Step 2: Create a New Folder for Bloben

1. Create a new folder on your computer where you want to store the Bloben files.
2. Open the Command Prompt by pressing Windows + X and select "Command Prompt."
3. In the Command Prompt, navigate to the new folder using the cd command.

$ cd C:\Users\{username}\Documents\Bloben

Step 3: Clone the Bloben Repository

1. Open your web browser and go to the Bloben GitHub repository.
2. Click on the "Code" button and select "Download ZIP."
3. Extract the downloaded ZIP file and move it to the new folder you created.
4. In the Command Prompt, navigate to the Bloben folder by using the cd command.

  $ cd C:\Users\{username}\Documents\Bloben\Bloben-client-main

Step 4: Install the Dependencies

1. In the Command Prompt, type the following command to install the required dependencies:

$ npm install

2. Wait for a few minutes until the installation process is completed.

Step 5: Run the Bloben Application

1. To run the Bloben application, type the following command in the Command Prompt:

$ npm start

2. A new window will appear with the Bloben application running.

Step 6: Sign up for a Bloben Account

1. In the Bloben application window, click on "Sign up" to create a new account.
2. Enter your email address, username, and password.
3. Click on "Create Account" and wait for a few minutes while the account is being created.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and started using Bloben on your Windows 10 device.

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