How to Install GarageHQ on NixOS Latest

GarageHQ is a self-hosted garage management software designed for car enthusiasts. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of GarageHQ on the latest version of NixOS.

Prerequisites

• A machine running NixOS Latest
• Root access to the machine
• Internet connection

Step 1: Installing Nix Package Manager

If you have Nix already installed on your system, you can skip this step. Otherwise, follow the instructions below to install Nix package manager:

1. Open a terminal window

2. Run the following command:

   sudo curl -L https://nixos.org/nix/install | sh
   

3. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation process.

4. Verify that Nix has been properly installed by running the following command:

   nix-env --version
   

   The command should display the version number of Nix.

Step 2: Installing GarageHQ

1. Open a terminal window

2. Run the following command to add the GarageHQ package:

   sudo nix-channel --add https://gitlab.com/deuxfleurs/garage/garagehq/latest/nixexprs?rev=HEAD garages
   

3. Update your Nix channels:

   sudo nix-channel --update
   

4. Finally, run the following command to install GarageHQ:

   sudo nix-env -iA garages.garagehq
   

5. Once the installation is complete, verify that GarageHQ is installed and running by visiting http://localhost:8090/ in a web browser. If everything is working correctly, you should see the GarageHQ login screen.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have now installed GarageHQ on your NixOS machine. From here, you can start using GarageHQ to manage your car collection and other auto-related tasks.

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