How to host NodeBB on SSD Nodes Server - ServerAvatar

NodeBB is an open-source forum software designed to enhance community engagement with its advanced features and modern architecture. It simplifies the process of building and managing online communities with its user-friendly interface and modular framework. NodeBB offers powerful tools for discussion management, user interaction, and content organization, allowing administrators to create dynamic and engaging forums efficiently. When choosing a hosting platform for NodeBB, opting for SSD Nodes ensures reliability with its scalable infrastructure and straightforward deployment options. ServerAvatar makes the deployment of the NodeBB on the SSDNodes platform an easy step-by-step process.

Create a Server in SSD Nodes

Getting started with SSD Nodes:

Discover how to create an account and set up a cloud VPS on SSDNodes, a top hosting provider. Follow our simple, step-by-step guide to get your account up and running quickly and easily, so you can start managing your hosting services today.

SSDNodes offers dependable and scalable hosting solutions to individuals and corporations because of its speed and affordability. They provide an infrastructure to host webpages, software, and other internet services effectively.

Step 1: Setup Cloud VPS with SSD Nodes

• First, log in to your SSD Nodes account and navigate to the Servers option. Next, click on Purchase a New Server from the dropdown menu.

Step 2: Select the plan

• SSD Nodes Offer two Different VPS plans:
  1. Standard VPS
  2. Performance VPS
• You have to select a Plan according to your needs. After selecting your plan just click on Get Started.

Step 3: Finalizing Your VPS Selection

• In the following step, You will see the summary of your selected VPS Plan. Click Proceed to Checkout if you are satisfied with the plan you have chosen, or select Customize Your Own Server to modify your VPS server according to your requirements.

Step 4: Customizing the VPS Configuration

• You can see your selected plan as shown in the below image.

• You can select the billing cycle based on your requirements.

• You have the option to select a server location that is more convenient for you. It is recommended to select the location that is closest to your audience. It means that for the majority of your audience, Your sites will load faster due to lower latency.

• Now, you have to select your preferred operating system. Generally, the NodeBB application requires Ubuntu 20.04 LTS or a later version for compatibility and support. We recommend selecting Ubuntu 20.04 64-bit or Ubuntu 22.04 64-bit. If you are using ServerAvatar to manage your servers, these operating systems are required.

• Now, there is an Advance Options section where you can configure settings according to your requirements. Additionally, you can add a Public SSH Key and specify the Server's Name and Description. Once you've set up your Advanced Options, proceed to the payment checkout.

• Review and confirm all the choices you've made for your VPS and Click on the Proceed to Checkout option.

Step 5: Finalizing Your Order and VPS Deployment

• Now, you need to confirm and complete the payment, also you can review the Order Summary on the same page as shown in the image below. After you've completed the payment process, your VPS will be set up quickly and will be ready for use in a minimum amount of time.

• Congratulations! You have successfully created your SSD Nodes VPS, which is now ready to connect with ServerAvatar.

Initial Server Configuration

The Initial server configuration includes the installation and configuration of various packages required to host your website. Usually, You have to write commands and modify configuration files. Luckily, With ServerAvatar, Your full server configuration and optimization can be automated.

Here are the three ways to automatically configure your server with ServerAvatar.

wget https://srvr.so/install
chmod +x install
./install

Install and Setup NodeBB on Cloud using ServerAvatar

Getting Started With NodeBB:

NodeBB is a next-generation discussion platform that leverages web sockets for instant interactions and real-time notifications. It includes many modern features such as social network integration, streaming discussions, a full REST API, and a plugin framework for extensive third-party extensibility. As an open-source project, NodeBB can be forked on GitHub.

Requirements:

• Node.js

Let's begin by creating the application.

Step 1: Create a NodeBB application

• Log in to your ServerAvatar account and navigate to the Application tab from the server panel. click on the Create button.

• On the following screen, fill in the Application details, including:

  • Application Name: Enter your Application Name.
  • Select Domain: Select between a Test Domain or a Primary Domain as per your requirements.
  • Enter Domain: Enter your Application Domain.
  • Method: Select One Click as your application method.
  • Select Application: Select NodeBB as an Application.
  • Username: Enter your application Username.
  • Email: Enter your user Email id.
  • Password: Enter the Password for your application.

• After Filling up the details, click on the Create Application button.

Step 2: Access NodeBB

• Once the NodeBB Application is created, click on the domain link of your NodeBB application.

• The NodeBB interface will open, showing that the installation and setup have been completed successfully.

  • Enter your Username and Password.
  • Click the Login button.

• Congratulations! You've successfully set up a fully functional NodeBB application using ServerAvatar. Enjoy exploring the robust features.