Instructions for Installing Cerb on Debian 12 Operating System
In this article, we'll walk you through the process of setting up and deploying Cerb, an enterprise workflow and messaging automation tool, on Debian 12. Known for its long-term stability and secure default configuration, Debian 12 provides an ideal environment for Cerb.
Preparing Your Debian 12 System
Before we begin, let's prepare your Debian 12 system:
- Update packages and install essential tools:
Installing and Configuring the Web Server
Cerb primarily works with Apache or Nginx. Here's a basic setup for Apache:
- Install Apache and PHP:
- Enable required Apache modules:
Installing PHP and Required Extensions
Cerb requires PHP 7.4 or higher with extensions like GD, cURL, mbstring, zip, xml, json, mysql. Install them with:
Verify PHP version:
Installing and Configuring the Database
Cerb uses MySQL/MariaDB. Here's a basic setup for MariaDB:
- Install MariaDB:
- Secure database and create Cerb database and user:
Inside MySQL shell:
Downloading and Configuring Cerb
Download the latest Cerb release from the official Cerb website https://cerb.ai/download or GitHub. Unzip the downloaded file and set the necessary permissions:
Configuring Apache Virtual Host
Create :
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Enable site and reload Apache:
Running Cerb Installation through the Web
Open a browser to and follow the installation wizard to connect to the database and configure the administrator user.
Securing with HTTPS (Optional but Recommended)
Install Certbot for obtaining Let's Encrypt certificates:
Follow prompts to enable HTTPS.
Complete Setup and Test Cerb
Verify Cerb is running correctly. Check logs in for errors.
With these steps, you've successfully installed Cerb v11.1 on Debian 12 using PHP, Nginx, MariaDB, and Certbot. Debian's emphasis on system security enhances Cerb's already strict application-layer protections, offering built-in role-based access control, two-factor authentication support, field-level access restrictions, API tokens and OAuth2 client integrations, and Debian's AppArmor can sandbox Cerb and PHP processes.
For more detailed instructions, refer to the official Cerb documentation at https://cerb.ai/docs or the Shapehost resource if accessible. Happy automating!
In the process of preparing your Debian 12 system for Cerb, also consider enhancing your home-and-garden lifestyle by implementing smart technology that automates garden irrigation and lighting systems, providing an efficient and eco-friendly living space.
Moreover, bolster your data-and-cloud-computing capabilities by establishing a backup strategy for Cerb data, ensuring seamless recovery in case of any unexpected incidents and maintaining the long-term stability of your enterprise workflow and messaging automation tool.
