How to Install Wiki.js on Windows 11

Wiki.js is a powerful and modern wiki application that makes it easy for users to create and manage their documentation with ease. In this tutorial, you will learn how to install Wiki.js on Windows 11 step-by-step.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

• Windows 11 OS installed on your computer.
• Node.js, a JavaScript runtime, installed on your computer.

Setup

1. Download the latest release of Wiki.js from the official website: https://wiki.js.org/#/
2. Extract the downloaded file on your computer.
3. Open the Command Prompt or PowerShell Terminal and navigate to the Wiki.js directory: cd path/to/wiki.js/folder.
4. Now you need to install all the required dependencies for Wiki.js. Run the command npm install in the terminal or cmd.
5. After installing the dependencies, run the command npm start in the terminal.
6. Once the application has launched, open your web browser and type in the URL localhost:3000.
7. The Wiki.js setup wizard should appear. Follow the instructions presented by the setup wizard to complete the installation.

Congratulations! You have installed Wiki.js on your Windows 11 computer. You can now access Wiki.js from your web browser using localhost:3000.

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