How to Install Omnibus-Ruby on NixOS Latest?

Omnibus-ruby is a tool that simplifies the process of creating and distributing full-stack binaries of Ruby applications. NixOS is a Linux-based operating system that utilizes the Nix package manager for package management. This tutorial will guide you on how to install omnibus-ruby on NixOS latest.

Prerequisites

1. NixOS latest installed on your system.
2. A terminal or console.

Installation

1. Open the terminal or console on your NixOS system.
2. Type in the following command to add the omnibus-ruby channel:

nix-channel --add https://github.com/chef/omnibus/archive/master.tar.gz omnibus-ruby

3. Update your nix-channel by running:

nix-channel --update

4. Install omnibus-ruby by running:

nix-env -iA omnibus-ruby

5. Verify that omnibus-ruby has been installed correctly by running:

omnibus --version

You should see the version number of Omnibus displayed.

Congratulations, you have successfully installed omnibus-ruby on NixOS latest.

Conclusion

Omnibus-ruby simplifies the packaging and distribution of Ruby applications. NixOS is a Linux-based operating system that utilizes the Nix package manager for package management. By following the steps outlined above, you can install omnibus-ruby on NixOS latest with ease.