How to Install Vlad the Deployer on Void Linux

Vlad the Deployer is a Ruby-based deployment tool that is designed to simplify the process of deploying web applications. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Vlad the Deployer on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, it is assumed that you have access to a Void Linux server and have root or sudo user access.

Step 1: Install Ruby

The first step is to install Ruby, as the Vlad the Deployer tool is written in Ruby. To install Ruby, open a terminal and run the following command:

sudo xbps-install -S ruby

This will install the latest version of Ruby on your system.

Step 2: Install Git

Next, we need to install Git, as we will use it to clone the Vlad the Deployer tool from GitHub. Run the following command to install Git:

sudo xbps-install -S git

Step 3: Clone Vlad the Deployer

Now that Ruby and Git are installed, we can proceed to clone the Vlad the Deployer repository from GitHub. Run the following command to clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/seattlerb/vlad.git

Step 4: Install Required Gems

Vlad the Deployer requires a number of Ruby gems in order to function properly. To install these gems, navigate to the newly cloned vlad directory and run the following command:

bundle install

This will install all of the required gems.

Step 5: Test Installation

To test that the Vlad the Deployer installation was successful, run the vlad command in the terminal. This will display a list of available commands and options.

Congratulations, you have successfully installed Vlad the Deployer on Void Linux. You are now ready to use it to deploy your web applications.