Run Your Own GitLab on Rocky Linux 8

#### Prerequisites Before you begin, ensure you have: - A server running Rocky Linux 8 - SSH access to your Rocky Linux server with sudo privileges - Basic familiarity with the command line and package management on Rocky Linux #### Step 1: Install Required Dependencies Before installing GitLab, make sure your system is up to date and install the necessary dependencies: ```bash sudo dnf update sudo dnf install -y curl openssh-server postfix ``` #### Step 2: Install GitLab Add the GitLab package repository and install GitLab: ```bash curl -sS https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ce/script.rpm.sh | sudo bash sudo dnf install -y gitlab-ce ``` #### Step 3: Configure GitLab After installation, configure GitLab by editing the configuration file to set the external URL: ```bash sudo nano /etc/gitlab/gitlab.rb ``` Find the line starting with `external_url` and set the URL for your GitLab instance: ```bash external_url 'http://your-domain.com' ``` Save the file and reconfigure GitLab: ```bash sudo gitlab-ctl reconfigure ``` #### Step 4: Access GitLab Web Interface Once configured, access the GitLab web interface using your server's IP address or domain name in a web browser: ``` http://your-domain.com ``` You will be prompted to set up an admin password. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. #### Step 5: Optional: Configure HTTPS (Recommended) For secure access, configure HTTPS by installing and configuring Let's Encrypt SSL certificates or using your own SSL certificates. #### Step 6: Optional: Set Up Backup Configure regular backups of your GitLab data to ensure data integrity and recovery in case of emergencies. #### Conclusion You have successfully set up GitLab on your Rocky Linux 8 server. Start exploring GitLab's features to manage your repositories, collaborate with your team, and automate your workflows effectively. **Additional Resources:** - **GitLab Documentation:** [https://docs.gitlab.com/](https://docs.gitlab.com/) - **Rocky Linux Documentation:** [https://docs.rockylinux.org/](https://docs.rockylinux.org/)