GitLab is a web-based DevOps lifecycle tool that provides a Git repository manager with features such as issue tracking, continuous integration, and more. This guide will walk you through the installation of GitLab on Debian 11.

Step 1: Update Your System

Start by ensuring your system is up to date:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

Install necessary dependencies:

sudo apt install curl openssh-server ca-certificates -y

Step 3: Add the GitLab Package Repository

Add the GitLab repository to your system:

curl -s https://packages.gitlab.com/install/repo.sh | sudo bash

Step 4: Install GitLab

Now, install GitLab using the following command:

sudo apt install gitlab-ce -y

Step 5: Configure GitLab

After the installation is complete, you need to configure GitLab. Open the configuration file:

sudo nano /etc/gitlab/gitlab.rb

Find the line that starts with external_url and change it to your desired URL:

external_url 'http://your_domain_or_IP'

Step 6: Reconfigure GitLab

Reconfigure GitLab to apply the changes:

sudo gitlab-ctl reconfigure

Step 7: Start GitLab

Start the GitLab services:

sudo gitlab-ctl start

Step 8: Access GitLab Web Interface

You can access the GitLab web interface by navigating to http://your_domain_or_IP in your web browser.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed GitLab on Debian 11. This powerful platform will help you manage your repositories and projects efficiently.

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