How to Install GitBucket on Ubuntu Server Latest

GitBucket is an open-source Git platform that allows you to host repositories, manage access, and collaborate with other users. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install GitBucket on Ubuntu Server Latest.

Prerequisites

Before installing GitBucket, please ensure that you have the following:

• Ubuntu Server Latest installed on your system.
• Java 8 or above.

Step 1: Update your System

It is recommended that you update your Ubuntu system before installing GitBucket.

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade

Step 2: Install Java

GitBucket requires Java 8 or above to run. Run the following command to install Java:

sudo apt-get install openjdk-8-jdk

Step 3: Download GitBucket

Download the latest version of GitBucket from the official website using the following command:

wget https://github.com/gitbucket/gitbucket/releases/download/4.37.1/gitbucket.war

Step 4: Start GitBucket

Next, you can start GitBucket by running the following command:

java -jar gitbucket.war

You should see the following output once GitBucket has started successfully:

[INFO] [2021-07-20 12:00:46,796] gitbucket.server.GitBucketServer - Server started on 127.0.0.1:8080 (gitbucket.war)

Step 5: Access GitBucket

You can now access GitBucket by opening your web browser and entering the following URL:

http://localhost:8080/

You will be prompted to create the administrator account for GitBucket.

Conclusion

Congratulations, you have successfully installed GitBucket on your Ubuntu Server Latest. You can now start using GitBucket to host your repositories, manage access, and collaborate with other users.