Step-by-Step Guide to Install and Configure OpenProject
OpenProject is a powerful open-source project management tool. This guide will walk you through the process of installing and configuring OpenProject on a VPS.
Step 1: Update Your System
Before starting, ensure that your server is up to date by running the following commands:
sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade -y
Step 2: Install Dependencies
OpenProject requires some dependencies like curl
and gnupg2
. Install them using:
sudo apt install curl gnupg2 -y
Step 3: Add the OpenProject Repository
Add the OpenProject package repository to your system:
curl -sL https://dl.packager.io/srv/opf/openproject/key | sudo apt-key add -
sudo add-apt-repository 'deb https://dl.packager.io/srv/opf/openproject/stable/ubuntu 20.04 main'
Step 4: Install OpenProject
After adding the repository, install OpenProject using the following command:
sudo apt update
sudo apt install openproject -y
Step 5: Configure OpenProject
Once the installation is complete, configure OpenProject by running:
sudo openproject configure
During the configuration process, you will be prompted to configure several aspects of OpenProject:
- PostgreSQL Database: You can either use the built-in PostgreSQL database or an external one.
- Email Setup: Configure your SMTP settings for sending emails.
- SSL Certificates: If you have an SSL certificate, configure it here for secure communication.
- Other Options: Customize other settings like hostname, ports, etc., as per your requirements.
Step 6: Access OpenProject
After the configuration, you can access OpenProject by navigating to your server’s IP address or domain name in your web browser.
Example:
http://your-server-ip/
You should now see the OpenProject login page.
Step 7: First-Time Login
Use the default credentials (usually provided during installation) to log in for the first time. You will be prompted to change the admin password and configure the basic settings for your projects.
Step 8: Final Configuration
Once logged in, you can:
- Create new projects.
- Add users and assign roles.
- Customize project workflows and settings.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured OpenProject.
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