How to install PicoShare on Arch Linux

PicoShare is an open-source file sharing application built using WebRTC technology. It allows users to share files securely and privately without the need for a centralized server. In this tutorial, we'll go over the steps required to install PicoShare on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, ensure that you have the following requirements in place:

• A running instance of Arch Linux
• A package manager such as Pacman
• A terminal emulator of your choice

Step 1: Install Node.js

PicoShare requires Node.js to run. If you don't already have Node.js installed, you can install it by running the following command in your terminal:

sudo pacman -S nodejs npm

This command will install both Node.js and npm.

Step 2: Clone the Repository

Next, we need to clone the PicoShare repository. Use the following command to clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/ipfs-shipyard/picoshare.git

This command will download the repository to your local machine.

Step 3: Install Dependencies

Now that we have the repository, navigate to the directory and install the required dependencies using npm. Run the following command in your terminal:

cd picoshare
npm install

This command will install all the dependencies required for PicoShare.

Step 4: Build the Application

To build the PicoShare application, run the following command in your terminal:

npm run build

This command will create a production build of the application.

Step 5: Start the Application

Finally, we need to start PicoShare. Run the following command to start the application:

npm run start

This command will start the application and open a browser window at localhost:3000.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured PicoShare on Arch Linux. You can now use it to securely and privately share files with others.