PoC for Linux Initial Configuration

This Proof of Concept (PoC) compiles scripts that assist in the initial configuration of a new Linux server.

Scripts are organized within the scripts folder. For more details on what each script does, open the script and review its contents.

1. Install the Initial Dependencies

This step installs the minimum common dependencies required:

$ ./scripts/install-host-deps.sh

2. Create the DevOps User

For this PoC, we assume that all commands are run as a specific user: devops. Here’s how to create the devops user with initial configurations:

$ ./scripts/create-devops-user.sh

Switch to the devops user:

$ su devops

NOTE: Ensure you use the devops user for all subsequent steps.

3. Initial Git Configuration

While not mandatory, we recommend using the following script for initial Git setup, which includes generating an SSH key for GitHub:

$ ./scripts/config-git.sh

4. Install Git Prompt Integration

To manage Git repositories on your server effectively, consider installing a tool that integrates Git with your prompt. This script installs monty/bash-git-prompt locally:

$ ./scripts/install-git-prompt.sh

Reload your session to apply changes:

$ source ~/.bashrc

5. Install Miniforge

If you need to use Conda or install Python packages, installing Miniforge on your server may be necessary:

$ ./scripts/install-miniforge.sh

Reload your session after installation:

$ source ~/.bashrc

6. Install Docker and Execute Post-Install Steps

To run Docker on your server, use the following script, which follows Docker’s recommended installation steps, including post-install procedures:

$ ./scripts/install-docker.sh