Chapter 2. Installing Sonar
In this chapter, we will install Sonar along with required software in either Linux or Windows. We will need to install MySQL, create a new database to store Sonar data, install Maven to import projects easily into Sonar, configure it to run as a service, and finally secure our instance by creating groups and users. Then, we will go through the process of installing plugins, updating Sonar from the update center, and backing up our data.
In this chapter we will cover:
Prerequisites for Sonar
Installing the Sonar web server
Configuring MySQL
Starting Sonar as a service
Logging in to Sonar for the first time
Securing your Sonar instance
Creating users and groups
Backing up your data
Extending Sonar with plugins
Upgrading Sonar