How to install Tsuru on Ubuntu Server

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of Tsuru, an open-source, extensible, and scalable Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) on Ubuntu Server. Tsuru aims to simplify application deployment and management to manage an entire application lifecycle. By following the instructions provided in this guide, you will be able to install Tsuru on your Ubuntu server.

System Requirements

Before getting started, ensure that your system meets the following system requirements:

  • Ubuntu Server 18.04 or above
  • At least 4 GB of RAM
  • 64-bit processor architecture
  • Internet connectivity

Step 1: Update the System

The first step is to ensure that your system is up to date by running the following command:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Dependencies

Before installing Tsuru, you will need to install some dependencies. Run the following command to install them.

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install apt-transport-https ca-certificates curl software-properties-common gnupg2 -y

Step 3: Add Tsuru repository

Tsuru is not available in the Ubuntu package repository. You'll need to add the Tsuru repository configuration manually.

curl -s https://packagecloud.io/install/repositories/tsuru/stable/script.deb.sh | sudo bash

Step 4: Install Tsuru

After you've added the Tsuru repository configuration successfully, you can now install the Tsuru package by running the following command.

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install tsuru -y

Step 5: Start Tsuru Services

To start the Tsuru services, run the following command.

sudo service tsuru-server start

And verify that the Tsuru service is running properly using the following command.

sudo tsuru-admin check-platform

You should see something like this on your console if everything is set up properly:

$ sudo tsuru-admin check-platform
Everything running as expected.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have covered the steps involved in installing Tsuru on an Ubuntu server. Tsuru is an extensible platform that makes application deployment and management easy. By installing Tsuru on your server, you can enjoy the benefits of utilizing a PaaS for managing your applications. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, consult the Tsuru documentation or seek assistance from the Tsuru community.