How to Install Wastebin on Void Linux

Wastebin is an open-source pastebin-like application that allows you to store and share text snippets. In this tutorial, we will be discussing the installation of Wastebin on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

• A system running Void Linux
• Root access or a user account with sudo privileges
• Internet connection

Step 1: Update System

Before installing any new package, it’s recommended to update the system to the latest version. This can be achieved by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo xbps-install -Su

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

To install Wastebin on Void Linux, we need to install the following dependencies:

• git
• Ruby
• GCC
• SQLite

To install these dependencies, run the following command in the terminal:

sudo xbps-install -S git ruby gcc sqlite-devel

Step 3: Clone Wastebin Repo

Next, we need to clone the Wastebin repository from GitHub. To do this, run the following command:

git clone https://github.com/matze/wastebin.git

Step 4: Install Gems

Wastebin requires some Ruby gems to function properly. To install these gems, navigate to the cloned repository and run the following command:

cd wastebin
sudo gem install bundler
bundle install

Step 5: Configure Database

Wastebin stores its data in a SQLite3 database. To create the database schema and populate it with initial data, run the following commands in the terminal:

rake db:create
rake db:migrate
rake db:seed

Step 6: Start the Server

Finally, we can start the Wastebin server by running the following command:

rails server

By default, the server will start on port 3000. To access the server, open a web browser and go to http://localhost:3000.

That’s it! You have successfully installed Wastebin on your Void Linux system. You can now start sharing text snippets with your colleagues and friends.