gitlab-org / ...

To build and start the project from gitlab-org/..., follow the steps below.

Prerequisites

Ensure you have the necessary prerequisites installed:

  • Git
  • Node.js (version X or above)
  • Yarn (version X or above)
  • Docker (optional, depending on your setup)

Clone the Repository

Begin by cloning the repository locally. Replace your-branch with the specific branch you want to work with.

git clone --single-branch --branch your-branch https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/...
cd ...

Install Dependencies

Once in the project directory, install the required dependencies using Yarn.

yarn install

This command reads the package.json file and installs all listed dependencies.

Build the Project

After installing dependencies, you need to build the project. Most projects have a build script defined in the package.json.

Run the following command:

yarn build

This will compile the source code and prepare it for execution.

Running the Project

To start the project, execute the following command:

yarn start

This command typically launches the application, serving it at http://localhost:PORT, where PORT is defined in the project’s configuration. Check for any specific instructions regarding configuration in the documentation.

Environment Variables

Before running the project, ensure that any necessary environment variables are set up. Check for a .env.example file in the root directory for variable names you might need to define in your own .env file.

To create your .env file, you can copy it from the example:

cp .env.example .env

Then, edit the .env file to match your local setup.

Testing

To run the tests associated with the project, if applicable, use the following command:

yarn test

This runs the defined test scripts and helps ensure everything is functioning correctly.

Common Issues

If you encounter issues during the build or run processes, consider the following troubleshooting tips:

  1. Check Dependencies: Ensure all dependencies are correctly installed. Running yarn install again may help.

  2. Environment Variables: Double-check your .env file; missing or incorrect environment variables can lead to failures.

  3. Node Version: Compatibility issues can arise from using incorrect Node.js versions. It may help to check the version being used with:

    node -v

  4. Clear Cache: In some cases, clearing Yarn’s cache can resolve issues:

    yarn cache clean

These steps should help in successfully building and starting the project from the gitlab-org/... repository.

Sources:

  • GitLab structure and processes
  • Standard practices for Node.js projects