How to Install GitLab on Ubuntu Server

Installing GitLab on an Ubuntu server is a straightforward process that requires some basic configuration and prerequisites. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to install GitLab Community Edition (CE) on your Ubuntu server.

Before proceeding with the installation, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:

* A valid domain name pointed to the IP address of the server

* An instance of Debian 10 server with SSH access

Step 1: Install Prerequisites

To begin, update the package lists on your system by running the following command:

```

$ sudo apt update

```

Once the update is complete, install the necessary dependencies required for GitLab installation:

```

$ sudo apt install ca-certificates curl openssh-server postfix

```

During the installation process, you will be prompted to configure the Postfix mail server. Select 'Internet Site' as the option for mail configuration and hit ENTER on your keyboard.

Step 2: Install GitLab CE

Next, download the repository script from GitLab and place it in the `/tmp` directory:

```

$ curl -sS https://packages.gitlab.com/gitlab/ce/install/repositories/gitlab-ce/script.deb.sh | sudo bash

```

Then, execute the script to install GitLab CE:

```

$ sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install gitlab-ce

```

During the installation process, you will be prompted to provide your system's mail name. Enter the desired mail name and hit ENTER on your keyboard.

Once the installation is complete, configure the GitLab repository by running the following command:

```

$ sudo gitlab-ctl reconfigure

```

This will set up the GitLab repository and prepare it for use. You can now access your GitLab instance by navigating to `http://your-server-ip:8080` in your web browser.

That's it! You have successfully installed GitLab Community Edition on your Ubuntu server. From here, you can start creating users, repositories, and projects, and begin using GitLab for version control and collaboration.

How to install gitlab on ubuntu server