How to Install Loomio on Windows 11

Loomio is a free and open-source decision-making software that enables groups to collaborate on deciding things. With Loomio, you can share ideas, discuss, and vote on decisions all in one place. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to install Loomio on your Windows 11 machine.

Prerequisites

To install Loomio on Windows 11, you need to ensure that you have the following prerequisites:

• Windows 11 operating system installed on your machine
• Internet connectivity
• A web browser

Step 1: Install Node.js

Loomio is built on Node.js, so you need to install it on your system. To do so, you can follow these steps:

1. Go to the official Node.js website at https://nodejs.org/en/download/ to download the latest version of Node.js for Windows 11.
2. Choose the right installer for your operating system, i.e., either 32-bit or 64-bit.
3. Once you have downloaded the installer, run the executable file to install Node.js.
4. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Step 2: Install Git

Git is a version control system that is used for developing software, including Loomio. You need to install it on your machine to be able to clone and update the Loomio repository. To install Git, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official Git website at https://git-scm.com/downloads.
2. Choose the right installer for your operating system.
3. Download and run the executable file.
4. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Step 3: Clone the Loomio Repository

Once you have installed Node.js and Git, you can clone the Loomio repository from GitHub. To do so, follow these steps:

1. Open your web browser and go to https://github.com/loomio/loomio.
2. Click on the "Code" button and select "HTTPS" to copy the repository URL.
3. Open the command prompt or PowerShell and navigate to your desired directory to clone the Loomio repository.
4. Run the following command to clone the Loomio repository:

git clone https://github.com/loomio/loomio.git

Step 4: Install dependencies and Start the Server

After cloning the Loomio repository, you need to install the dependencies and start the server. Follow these steps:

1. Open the command prompt or PowerShell and navigate to the Loomio directory.
2. Run the following command to install the dependencies:

npm install

3. Once the installation is complete, run the following command to start the server:

npm run dev

4. Wait for the server to start. Once it is up and running, open your web browser and go to http://localhost:3000 to access Loomio.

Conclusion

Loomio is an excellent tool for team collaboration and decision-making. By following the steps in this tutorial, you can install Loomio on your Windows 11 machine and get started with sharing ideas, discussing, and voting on decisions in a collaborative way.

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