How to Install GoLinks on OpenBSD

GoLinks is a simple URL shortener, similar to bit.ly or TinyURL, that allows you to create custom shortcuts for frequently visited websites. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing GoLinks on OpenBSD.

Prerequisites

Before installing GoLinks, you need to make sure that your OpenBSD system meets the following requirements:

OpenBSD 6.2 or higher
Git, Go, and PostgreSQL installed and configured
Basic knowledge of the command line interface

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Follow these steps to install GoLinks:

Open your terminal and clone the GoLinks repository from its Git server:
```
git clone https://git.mills.io/prologic/golinks.git
```
Change the directory to the cloned repository:
```
cd golinks
```
In the golinks directory, create a new file named .env with the following contents:
```
POSTGRES_USER=postgres
POSTGRES_PASSWORD=your_postgres_password_here
POSTGRES_DB=golinks
```
Replace your_postgres_password_here with your actual PostgreSQL password.
Use the Go dep tool to install all the Go dependencies:
```
go get -u github.com/golang/dep/cmd/dep
dep ensure
```
Run the setup script to create the necessary tables in the PostgreSQL database:
```
go run setup.go
```

Build the GoLinks binary:

go build -o golinks cmd/golinks/main.go

Finally, launch the GoLinks server:
```
./golinks --port 8080
```
You can also use a different port number if you wish.
Visit http://localhost:8080 in your web browser to access your GoLinks server.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed GoLinks on your OpenBSD system. You can now start creating custom shortcuts for your favorite websites. Enjoy!