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How to Install Sylius CMS with Apache on Ubuntu Linux

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Sylius, an open-source eCommerce platform built on Symfony 2 components, is acknowledged for its lightweight and high-performance codebase. It offers customizable themes, a host of modules, native markdown WYSIWYG support, drag-and-drop functionality, SEO-friendly architecture, and easy installation. To fully leverage Sylius, you need to install Apache2 HTTP Server, MariaDB, PHP 7.1, and other related modules…

This article explains installing Sylius CMS on Ubuntu Linux with Apache support.

Sylius is an open-source eCommerce platform built on Symfony 2 components. Its lightweight codebase is designed with performance in mind.

Installing Sylius CMS with Apache on Ubuntu Linux allows you to create a powerful and flexible eCommerce platform to help you build your online store in minutes.

Apache is the most popular web server, and Sylius requires it to function correctly. On the other hand, Ubuntu Linux provides a stable and secure environment for hosting your Sylius application.

Following the steps outlined in the tutorial, you can easily install Sylius CMS on Ubuntu Linux and create a unique online shopping experience for your customers.

For more about Sylius CMS, check out its homepage.

When you’re ready to get Sylius working, continue with the steps below:

Install Apache2 HTTP Server on Ubuntu

Apache2 HTTP Server is the most popular web server in use. Install it since Sylius needs it.

To install Apache2 HTTP on the Ubuntu server, run the commands below.

sudo apt update
sudo apt install apache2

After installing Apache2, the commands below can stop, start, and enable the Apache2 service to always start up with the server boots.

sudo systemctl stop apache2.service
sudo systemctl start apache2.service
sudo systemctl enable apache2.service

To test the Apache2 setup, open your browser and browse to the server hostname or IP address. You should see the Apache2 default test page, as shown below. When you see that, Apache2 will work as expected.

http://localhost
apache2 ubuntu install

Install MariaDB

Sylius CMS also requires a database server to function. And MariaDB database server is a great place to start. To install it, run the commands below.

sudo apt-get install mariadb-server mariadb-client

After installing MariaDB, the commands below can stop, start, and enable the service to start when the server boots.

Run these on Ubuntu 16.04 LTS

sudo systemctl stop mysql.service
sudo systemctl start mysql.service
sudo systemctl enable mysql.service

Run these on Ubuntu 17.10 and 18.04 LTS

sudo systemctl stop mariadb.service
sudo systemctl start mariadb.service
sudo systemctl enable mariadb.service

After that, run the commands below to secure the MariaDB server by creating a root password and disallowing remote root access.

sudo mysql_secure_installation

When prompted, answer the questions below by following the guide.

  • Enter current password for root (enter for none): Just press the Enter
  • Set root password? [Y/n]: Y
  • New password: Enter password
  • Re-enter new password: Repeat password
  • Remove anonymous users? [Y/n]: Y
  • Disallow root login remotely? [Y/n]: Y
  • Remove test database and access to it? [Y/n]:  Y
  • Reload privilege tables now? [Y/n]:  Y

Restart MariaDB server

sudo systemctl restart mariadb.service

Install PHP 7.1 and Related Modules

PHP 7.1 may not be available in Ubuntu default repositories for some systems. So, you will have to get it from third-party repositories if you need it.

Run the commands below to add the below third party repository to upgrade to PHP 7.1

sudo apt-get install software-properties-common
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:ondrej/php

Then update and upgrade to PHP 7.1

sudo apt update

Next, run the commands below to install PHP 7.2 and related modules.

sudo apt install php7.1 libapache2-mod-php7.1 php7.1-common php7.1-mysql php7.1-mcrypt php7.1-mbstring php7.1-xmlrpc php7.1-soap php7.1-gd php7.1-xml php7.1-cli php7.1-curl php7.1-intl php7.1-zip

After installing PHP 7.2, run the commands below to open the PHP default config file for Apache2.

sudo nano /etc/php/7.1/apache2/php.ini

Then, save the changes on the following lines below in the file. The value below is an ideal setting to apply in your environment.

file_uploads = On
allow_url_fopen = On
memory_limit = 256M
upload_max_filesize = 100M
max_execution_time = 360
date.timezone = America/Chicago

After making the change above, please save the file and close it.

To test PHP 7.2 settings with Apache2, create a phpinfo.php file in the Apache2 root directory by running the commands below

sudo nano /var/www/html/phpinfo.php

Then, type the content below and save the file.

<?php phpinfo( ); ?>

Save the file. Then browse to your server hostname followed by /phpinfo.php

http://localhost/phpinfo.php

You should see the PHP default test page.

PHP 7.2 ubuntu nginx

Create Sylius Database

Now that you’ve installed all the required packages, continue below to start configuring the servers. First, run the commands below to create the Sylius CMS database.

Run the commands below to log on to the database server. When prompted for a password, type the root password you created above.

sudo mysql -u root -p

Then, create a database called sylius

CREATE DATABASE sylius;

Create a database user called syliususer with a new password

CREATE USER 'syliususer'@'localhost' IDENTIFIED BY 'new_password_here';

Then, grant the user full access to the database.

GRANT ALL ON sylius.* TO 'syliususer'@'localhost' IDENTIFIED BY 'user_password_here' WITH GRANT OPTION;

Finally, save your changes and exit.

FLUSH PRIVILEGES;
EXIT;

Download Sylius Latest Release

Next, visit the Sylius site and download the latest package. You can also run the commands below to install git, which is required to download Sylius packages from GitHub.

After downloading, run the commands below to extract the downloaded file and move it into a new Sylius root directory.

sudo apt install git curl

Next, run the commands below to install the composer package and install. You must have the curl package installed for the commands to work. If not, just run sudo apt install curl to install it.

curl -sS https://getcomposer.org/installer | sudo php -- --install-dir=/usr/local/bin --filename=composer

After that, change into Sylius root directory to install the PHP-required packages.

cd /var/www/html/ && sudo composer create-project sylius/sylius

During the installation, you should get a series of prompts to type in the database name, username, and password.

Creating the "app/config/parameters.yml" file
Some parameters are missing. Please provide them.
database_driver ('%env(SYLIUS_DATABASE_DRIVER)%'):
database_host ('%env(SYLIUS_DATABASE_HOST)%'):
database_port ('%env(SYLIUS_DATABASE_PORT)%'): 
database_name ('%env(SYLIUS_DATABASE_NAME)%'): sylius
database_user ('%env(SYLIUS_DATABASE_USER)%'): syliususer
database_password ('%env(SYLIUS_DATABASE_PASSWORD)%'): new_password_here
mailer_transport ('%env(SYLIUS_MAILER_TRANSPORT)%'):

Next, run the commands below to complete the Sylius setup.

sudo php /var/www/html/sylius/bin/console sylius:install --env prod

Then, run the commands below to set the correct permissions for Sylius to function correctly.

sudo chown -R www-data:www-data /var/www/html/sylius/
sudo chmod -R 755 /var/www/html/sylius/

Configure Apache Sylius Site

Finally, configure the Apache2 configuration file for Sylius. This file will control how users access Sylius content. Run the commands below to create a new configuration file called sylius.conf.

sudo nano /etc/apache2/sites-available/sylius.conf

Then copy and paste the content below into the file and save it. Replace the highlighted line with your domain name and directory root location.

<VirtualHost *:80>
     ServerAdmin admin@example.com
     DocumentRoot /var/www/html/sylius/web
     ServerName example.com
     ServerAlias www.example.com

     <Directory /var/www/html/sylius/web/>
          Options FollowSymlinks
          AllowOverride All
          Require all granted
     </Directory>

     ErrorLog ${APACHE_LOG_DIR}/error.log
     CustomLog ${APACHE_LOG_DIR}/access.log combined

</VirtualHost>

Save the file and exit.

After configuring the VirtualHost above, please enable it by running the commands below.

Enable the Sylius Site and Rewrite Module

After configuring the VirtualHost above, please enable it by running the commands below, then restart the Apache2 server.

sudo a2ensite sylius.conf
sudo a2enmod rewrite

Restart Apache2

sudo systemctl restart apache2.service

Next, open your browser and browse the server hostname or IP address. You should see the Sylius setup page.

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Richard, the owner and lead writer at Geek Rewind, is a tech enthusiast passionate about simplifying complex IT topics. His years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations have honed his ability to provide practical insights and solutions. Richard aims to make technology more accessible and actionable. He’s deeply committed to the Geek Rewind community, always ready to answer questions and engage in discussions. He enjoys watching football, cheering for the Minnesota Vikings, and spending time with his family when he’s not writing or managing Geek Rewind.
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