Cloning a GitHub Repository on Raspberry Pi




The following instructions are derived from here

Prerequisites

Before you clone a GitHub repository, ensure that Git is installed on your Raspberry Pi. Git usually comes preinstalled, but to be sure, update it with the following command:

  • sudo apt install git


Cloning a Repository

Since you enabled Projects during the Node-RED installation, the first thing you will be asked when you open Node-RED in your browser is whether you want to clone a repository. Here's how to do it:

1. Open Node-RED:

Open your web browser and navigate to Node-RED on your Raspberry Pi (http://<hostname>:1880 or http://<IP-address>:1880).

2. Clone Repository Prompt:

When prompted to clone a repository, click "Clone Repository."

The starting screen for Node-RED with options to "Create Project" and "Clone Repository", the

3. Enter User Details:

Enter a username and email address. These can be changed later if needed.

4. Enter Project Details:

  • Project Name: Enter a name for your project.

  • Repository URL: Copy and paste the URL of your GitHub repository.

A GitHub Page with the "Copy url to clipboard" button highlighted.

5. Enter GitHub Credentials:

  • Enter your GitHub username.

  • Enter your GitHub Access Token. If you need help creating an access token, refer to the initial setup guide.

  • Click "Clone Repository."

The Node-RED clone repository window with the Project Name, Git Repository URL, Username, and Password fields all filled in.

6. Handling Missing Nodes:

If the cloned project requires additional nodes that are not installed, Node-RED will display an error message. You will need to install these nodes separately.

A window from Node-RED showing missing nodes for the flow.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully clone a Node-RED project repository on your Raspberry Pi.