How to Install Rundeck on Void Linux

Rundeck is an open-source automation tool that helps to automate IT tasks. It can assist in running jobs, and automating and scheduling workflows. In this tutorial, we will look at how to install Rundeck on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

Before starting this tutorial, you will need:

• A system running Void Linux
• A non-root user with sudo privileges
• Basic knowledge about the command line interface

Step 1: Install Java

Rundeck requires Java to be installed on the system. Run the following command to install Java on Void Linux:

sudo xbps-install -S openjdk8

Step 2: Add Rundeck Repository

Next, add the Rundeck repository to the system. To do that, add the following line to the /etc/xbps.d/00-repositories.conf file:

repository=https://dl.bintray.com/rundeck/rundeck-rpm

After adding the repository, run the following command to update your system's package list:

sudo xbps-install -S

Step 3: Install Rundeck

Now that you have added the Rundeck repository to the system, you can install it by running the following command:

sudo xbps-install rundeck

Step 4: Start Rundeck Service

Rundeck comes with a system service that can be started using the following command:

sudo ln -s /etc/sv/rundeckd /var/service/

Step 5: Access Rundeck UI

Finally, you can access the Rundeck UI by browsing to http://localhost:4440 on your web browser.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Rundeck on Void Linux. Now you can automate and schedule workflows using Rundeck.