Installing Strapi

Strapi is an open-source headless CMS that enables developers to manage content effectively. It provides a powerful API for building applications, allowing you to create, read, update, and delete content seamlessly.

Before installing Strapi, ensure you have the following:

• Node.js (v14 or later)
• NPM (Node Package Manager)
• A database (SQLite, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)

Step 1: Install Node.js

Download and install Node.js from nodejs.org.

Step 2: Create a New Strapi Project

Open your terminal and run the following command:

npx create-strapi-app my-project --quickstart

This command creates a new Strapi project named "my-project" and starts the development server.

Step 3: Access the Strapi Admin Panel

Once the installation is complete, navigate to http://localhost:1337/admin to access the Strapi Admin Panel.

After installation, you can configure your Strapi application:

• Set up your database connection in config/database.js.
• Customize your API routes in api/ directory.
• Manage user roles and permissions via the Admin Panel.

To maintain a robust Strapi application, consider the following best practices:

• Version control your project using Git.
• Regularly update Strapi and its dependencies.
• Use environment variables for sensitive information.