Hi, i want to ask whether running n8n on local host using npm is good? like it says in the documentation that its a quick start, does that mean all functionality might not be available. Right now i wanna use it to learn only and dont have money to even spend on hosting, thus the obvious solution.
All functionality is available, if you install it via npm. BUT you need nodejs to be installed on your machine.
Why not trying to run it with Docker, it will save you some setup headaches.
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Docker scares the crap out of me, and i already had Node installed so i went that route. Anyways, thank you boss, I will see if i can sit through a Docker tutorial without gritting my teeth.
Could you recommend some tutorials to watch for understanding n8n, and for installation via Docker. Plus, could i use Docker free somehow?
Thanks for the help.
Docker is free for personal use. https://www.docker.com/products/docker-desktop/
It‘s pretty easy to Setup n8n in a minimal configuration.
Follow the instructions https://docs.n8n.io/hosting/installation/docker/#prerequisites
Another option for installing n8n with docker is by using the Starter Kit:
It has its own guide here, but it assumes you have the docker installed.
If you come across any issues with installing the docker, ping us here.
I also was with you on the same path. Just followed this youtube video :
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