Tutorial: How to Install Xandikos on OpenSUSE Latest

Xandikos is a CalDAV/CardDAV server that allows you to store and manage your calendar and contact data. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of Xandikos on OpenSUSE Latest.

Prerequisites

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

• A running instance of OpenSUSE Latest with root access.
• A terminal emulator installed on your system.

Step 1: Install Dependencies

To install Xandikos, you will need to install the following dependencies:

sudo zypper install python3-setuptools python3-wheel python3-pip git

Step 2: Clone the Repository

The next step is to clone the Xandikos repository on your system. To do this, run the following command:

git clone https://github.com/jelmer/xandikos.git

Step 3: Install Xandikos

Navigate to the Xandikos directory using the following command:

cd xandikos

Then, install Xandikos by running the following command:

sudo pip3 install .

Step 4: Configure Xandikos

Once Xandikos is installed, you need to configure it. The configuration file is located in the "example" directory. Make a copy of the "xandikos.conf-example" file and rename it to "xandikos.conf".

cp example/xandikos.conf-example xandikos.conf

Open the "xandikos.conf" file using a text editor and change the values according to your requirements.

Step 5: Start Xandikos

To start Xandikos, run the following command:

xandikos-start xandikos.conf

You should now see Xandikos running in the terminal.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed and configured Xandikos on OpenSUSE Latest. You can now start using it to manage your calendars and contacts. If you have any issues or questions, please refer to the Xandikos documentation for guidance.