GitLab is a web-based DevOps lifecycle tool that provides a Git repository manager with features such as issue tracking, CI/CD, and a wiki. In this guide, we will walk through the steps to install GitLab on Alma Linux 8.

Step 1: Update Your System

Start by ensuring your system is up to date:

sudo dnf update

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

Before installing GitLab, you need to install some necessary dependencies:

sudo dnf install -y curl policycoreutils openssh-server

Step 3: Enable and Start the SSH Service

Enable and start the SSH service, as it is required for GitLab:

sudo systemctl enable sshd
sudo systemctl start sshd

Step 4: Add the GitLab Package Repository

Add the GitLab repository by running the following command:

curl https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repositories/gitlab/gitlab-ee/script.rpm.sh | sudo bash

Step 5: Install GitLab

Now you can install GitLab. Replace YOUR_GITLAB_DOMAIN with your actual domain name:

sudo EXTERNAL_URL="http://YOUR_GITLAB_DOMAIN" dnf install -y gitlab-ee

Step 6: Configure GitLab

After installation, you need to configure GitLab. Run the following command to set up the necessary configurations:

sudo gitlab-ctl reconfigure

Step 7: Access GitLab

You can access your GitLab instance by navigating to:

http://YOUR_GITLAB_DOMAIN

On your first visit, you will be prompted to set up the password for the root user.

Step 8: Configure Firewall (If Applicable)

If you have a firewall running, allow HTTP and SSH traffic:

sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=ssh
sudo firewall-cmd --reload

Conclusion

You have successfully installed GitLab on Alma Linux 8. This powerful tool will help you manage your repositories and collaborate with your team efficiently.

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