How to Install GlitchTip on Elementary OS Latest

GlitchTip is an open-source error tracking system that helps developers diagnose and fix problems in their applications. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing GlitchTip on Elementary OS Latest.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure that you have the following:

  • Access to a Linux terminal with sudo privileges
  • Docker installed and running on your system

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Clone the Repository

First, open a terminal and clone the GlitchTip repository to your local system by running the following command:

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

Step 2: Set up the Configuration File

Next, create a new configuration file by copying the example file:

cd glitchtip
cp .env.example .env

Open the .env file using your favorite text editor and update the following parameters:

  • SECRET_KEY - a secret key used to encrypt the session cookie
  • MONGO_URI - the MongoDB server URL

Step 3: Start the Application

To start the GlitchTip application, run the following command in your terminal:

sudo docker-compose up

This command will start the GlitchTip server and create a MongoDB instance in a Docker container.

Step 4: Access the Application

Finally, open a web browser and navigate to http://localhost:8000 to access the GlitchTip application.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed GlitchTip on your Elementary OS Latest system. You can now use this error tracking system to diagnose and fix problems in your applications.