How to Install LinkWarden on NixOS Latest

LinkWarden is a URL shortener and redirect management tool written in Rust. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing LinkWarden on the latest version of NixOS using the Github repository.

Prerequisites

Before you start the installation process, make sure that you have the following:

  • An installed and updated NixOS system
  • A stable Internet connection
  • git installed on your system
  • Basic knowledge of the command line interface (CLI)

Step 1: Clone the Repository

The first step to install LinkWarden is to clone the repository. To execute this task, type the following command in your terminal.

git clone https://github.com/Daniel31x13/link-warden.git

Step 2: Create a Configuration File

Now, change the directory to the root folder of the cloned repository, and create a new configuration file. Run the following command:

cd link-warden

cp config.example.toml config.toml

Now, you can edit the configuration file with your preferred settings.

Step 3: Build the Project

Next, you will have to build the project. Run the following command to do so:

cargo build --release

Step 4: Run the Project

After building the project successfully, you can run the LinkWarden instance by executing the following command:

./target/release/link-warden --config=config.toml

The LinkWarden instance should now be running on your NixOS system, and you can access it by visiting http://localhost:8000/ in a web browser.

Conclusion

You have now successfully installed LinkWarden on your NixOS system using the Github repository. Now, you can manage URL shorteners and redirects to any destination you want. Note that in case of any errors, you should consult the official documentation or raise an issue on Github.