Tutorial: How to install Budibase on Linux Mint Latest

Budibase is a no-code platform that allows users to build web applications, databases, interfaces, and processes without having to write any code. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to install Budibase on Linux Mint.

Prerequisites:

Before proceeding with the installation process, make sure you have the following prerequisites:

• Linux Mint installed on your system
• A terminal window
• A stable internet connection

Step 1: Update your system

Before installing any new software, it is recommended to update your system to its latest version. To update your system on Linux Mint, open a terminal window and run the following command:

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade -y

This command will update your system's package repositories and upgrade any outdated packages.

Step 2: Install Node.js

Budibase is built on Node.js, so it is required to install it first. To install Node.js, run the following command:

sudo apt-get install -y nodejs

Once the installation is complete, verify it by running the command:

node -v

If the version of Node.js is displayed, it indicates that it has been successfully installed.

Step 3: Install the Budibase CLI

Next, you need to install the Budibase CLI (Command Line Interface) on your system. This will allow you to create, manage, and deploy your Budibase applications.

To install the CLI, run the following command:

sudo npm install -g @budibase/budibase-cli

This command will install the CLI globally on your system.

Step 4: Verify Budibase installation

To verify that Budibase has been installed successfully, run the following command:

budibase version

If the version of Budibase is displayed, it indicates that it has been successfully installed.

Step 5: Create a new Budibase project

Now that you have installed Budibase, you can create a new project. To create a new project, run the following command:

budibase new my-project

Replace my-project with the name of your project.

This command will create a new Budibase project in a directory named my-project.

Step 6: Launch Budibase

You can launch Budibase by running the following command from the root directory of your project:

budibase dev

This command will build and launch your project. You can access it in your web browser by navigating to http://localhost:8080.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Budibase on Linux Mint Latest and launched your first project.