How to Install Spacebin on Void Linux

Spacebin is a free and open-source pastebin that allows storing code or text snippets online. If you're a Void Linux user and want to use Spacebin, follow these instructions to install it on your system.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding, make sure you have:

  • A working installation of Void Linux
  • Access to a terminal window
  • Basic knowledge of Linux commands

Installation

  1. Open a terminal window

  2. Install git and npm using the following command:

    sudo xbps-install -y git npm
    
  3. Clone the Spacebin repository using the following command:

    git clone https://github.com/spacebin-org/spirit.git
    
  4. Move into the Spacebin directory using:

    cd spirit
    
  5. Install the required npm packages using:

    npm install
    
  6. Build the project using:

    npm run build
    

Running Spacebin

Once the installation and build processes are complete, you can start using Spacebin by running the following command from the Spacebin directory:

npm start

This command will start the Spacebin server, and you can access it by opening your web browser and visiting http://localhost:3000.

Conclusion

You have now successfully installed Spacebin on your Void Linux system. You can use it to store and share code snippets with others easily.