How to Install GitLab on POP! OS Latest

GitLab is a web-based Git repository manager that provides source code management, continuous integration and deployment, and other features for software development teams. This tutorial outlines the steps to install GitLab on POP! OS Latest.

Prerequisites

• A server running POP! OS Latest with a minimum of 4GB RAM and 2-core CPU.
• A domain name or IP address for the server, which must be publicly accessible.

Step 1: Update the System

Before installing GitLab, update the system using the command below:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Dependencies

GitLab requires several dependencies to function properly. Install them by running the command below:

sudo apt install curl openssh-server ca-certificates tzdata perl -y

Step 3: Install GitLab Package Dependencies

Install the GitLab package dependencies using the command below:

sudo apt install -y curl policycoreutils openssh-server openssh-client
sudo apt install -y postfix

Step 4: Install GitLab

Download and install GitLab using the command below:

curl https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ce/script.deb.sh | sudo bash
sudo apt-get install gitlab-ce

Step 5: Configure GitLab

After installation, configure GitLab by editing the configuration file /etc/gitlab/gitlab.rb. Find the line external_url and update with the server’s IP address or domain name.

sudo nano /etc/gitlab/gitlab.rb

Save and close the file by pressing CTRL+X, followed by Y, and then ENTER.

Step 6: Setup GitLab

Setup GitLab using the command below:

sudo gitlab-ctl reconfigure

Step 7: Access GitLab

Access GitLab using a web browser by typing the IP address or domain name of the server followed by :80 in the address bar as shown below:

http://your_server_IP:80

Conclusion

This tutorial has shown you how to install GitLab on POP! OS Latest. You can now start using GitLab to manage your source code and collaborate with your team.