How to Install Para on Linux Mint

Para is an open-source application that allows you to build decentralized applications using blockchain technology. It is compatible with various blockchain networks like EOS, Telos, and WAX. Here is a step-by-step tutorial on how to install Para on Linux Mint.

Step 1: Update your system

Before proceeding with the installation, ensure that your system is up-to-date by running the following command:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Node.js

Para requires Node.js to run. Therefore, you need to install Node.js on your system in the next step. Run the following command to add the NodeSource APT repository and install Node.js:

curl -sL https://deb.nodesource.com/setup_14.x | sudo -E bash -
sudo apt install -y nodejs

Step 3: Clone the Para repository

Now, clone the Para repository using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/paraio/para.git

Step 4: Install dependencies

Para has some dependencies that need to be installed. Navigate to the cloned directory and run the following command to install the dependencies:

cd para
npm install

Step 5: Start the Para node

After installing the dependencies, you can start the Para node using the following command:

npm start

The Para node should start running, and you should see the following output in your terminal:

Para started successfully!
Listening on port 4000

Step 6: Verify the installation

To verify that Para is running correctly, open your web browser, and go to the following URL: http://localhost:4000/health-check

You should see the message Para is up and running! in your browser.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Para on Linux Mint. Now, you can start building and testing decentralized applications using Para.