How to Install StackStorm on FreeBSD Latest

StackStorm is an open-source automation platform that uses workflows to streamline operations and troubleshoot incidents. This tutorial will guide you on how to install StackStorm on FreeBSD Latest.

Prerequisites

  1. A FreeBSD Latest server
  2. Root or sudo privileges
  3. Basic knowledge of command line
  4. Access to the Internet

Step 1: Update and Upgrade FreeBSD

It is recommended to update and upgrade the FreeBSD system to its latest available version using the following commands in your terminal:

sudo freebsd-update fetch
sudo freebsd-update install

Step 2: Install the Required Packages

The following packages are required for installing StackStorm, install them using the pkg manager with the following command:

sudo pkg install python sudo bash mongodb34-server redis

Step 3: Enable and Start MongoDB Server

Start the MongoDB service and enable it to start at boot time using the following commands:

sudo sysrc mongodb_enable=YES
sudo service mongodb start

Step 4: Enable and Start Redis Server

Start the Redis service and enable it to start at boot time using the following commands:

sudo sysrc redis_enable=YES
sudo service redis start

Step 5: Install StackStorm

StackStorm can be installed using the official installer script. Download the script with the following command:

sudo curl -sSL https://stackstorm.com/packages/install.sh | bash -s -- --user=stanley --password=p@sSw0rd --accept-eula

Note that in the above command, “stanley” and “p@sSw0rd” should be replaced with the desired username and password respectively.

Step 6: Verify StackStorm Installation

Once the installation is complete, verify the StackStorm installation by opening a web browser and navigating to http://:9000. You should see the StackStorm web interface.

Conclusion

You have now successfully installed StackStorm on FreeBSD Latest. You can use StackStorm to automate workflows and troubleshoot incidents.