How to Install Mindmaps on Ubuntu Server Latest via Github

Mindmaps is a popular tool for creating visual diagrams, flowcharts, and mind maps. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Mindmaps on Ubuntu Server.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, there are some prerequisites that you need to ensure are in place. These include:

• A server running Ubuntu Server Latest
• A user account with sudo privileges
• A stable internet connection

Step 1 – Installing Dependencies

The first action is to install some necessary dependencies. Run the following command to install these dependencies:

sudo apt-get install git build-essential libgtk2.0-dev libwebkit2gtk-4.0-dev

This command will install the necessary packages for the mindmaps app to run on your Ubuntu Server.

Step 2 – Cloning Mindmaps repository

The next step is to clone the Mindmaps repository from Github. Run the below command to clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/drichard/mindmaps.git

This command will clone the repository in your current working directory.

Step 3 - Building Mindmaps

Navigate to the directory where Mindmaps are cloned, and build the Mindmaps using the following command:

cd mindmaps/
make

After that, it will take some time to compile and build the mindmaps project. When the process is complete, you will see the executable file in the bin/ directory.

Step 4 - Running Mindmaps

You have done all the setup for running Mindmaps on your Ubuntu Server Latest. To run the Mindmaps, navigate to the bin/ directory and run the following command:

./mindmaps

The Mindmaps GUI will be activated, and you can use it to create your maps, diagrams, and flowcharts.

Conclusion

By following the above steps, you have successfully installed Mindmaps on your Ubuntu Server Latest. Enjoy the power of visual diagramming using Mindmaps!