Installation & Setup

Complete installation guide for Smart Shelf inventory management system.

Installation Process

Smart Shelf installation involves several key steps organized into focused areas:

Prerequisites & Requirements

System requirements, dependencies, and account setup needed before installation.

  • System Requirements: Node.js, package managers, and development tools
  • Required Accounts: Supabase, deployment platforms
  • Development Environment: IDE setup and recommended extensions

Environment Setup

Step-by-step environment configuration and local development setup.

  • Repository Setup: Cloning and initial configuration
  • Dependencies: Package installation and management
  • Environment Variables: Configuration file setup
  • Development Server: Local development startup

Database Configuration

Complete database setup with Supabase including schema and authentication.

  • Supabase Project Setup: Creating and configuring your database project
  • Database Schema: Installing tables, relationships, and security policies
  • Authentication Setup: User authentication and authorization configuration
  • Data Migration: Moving data and setting up initial records

Production Deployment

Production deployment guides for various hosting platforms.

  • Vercel Deployment: Recommended hosting platform setup
  • Environment Configuration: Production environment variables
  • Domain Setup: Custom domain and SSL configuration
  • Performance Optimization: Production-ready optimizations

Initial Configuration

Post-installation setup including admin users, application settings, and initial data.

  • Admin User Setup: Creating your first administrator account
  • Application Settings: Configuring company information and defaults
  • Initial Data: Setting up warehouses, categories, and basic catalog
  • User Management: Adding team members and setting permissions

Troubleshooting

Common installation issues and their solutions.

  • Environment Issues: Configuration and dependency problems
  • Database Problems: Connection and setup issues
  • Authentication Issues: Login and permission problems
  • Build and Deployment: Common build errors and fixes

Quick Start Guide

For experienced developers who want to get started quickly:

  1. Prerequisites - Ensure you have required accounts and tools
  2. Environment Setup - Clone, install, and configure
  3. Database Setup - Set up Supabase project and schema
  4. Start Development - Launch local development server
  5. Initial Configuration - Configure admin user and basic settings

Installation Paths

Development Setup

Perfect for developers and contributors:

  • Local development environment
  • Hot reloading and debugging tools
  • Test data and development features

Production Deployment

For live business use:

  • Optimized build and performance
  • Security hardening
  • Monitoring and logging
  • Backup and maintenance procedures

Evaluation/Demo

For trying out Smart Shelf:

  • Quick setup with sample data
  • Pre-configured demo environment
  • Feature exploration guide

Support & Community

Getting Help

  • Documentation: Comprehensive guides for every step
  • Community: Join discussions and get help from other users
  • Issues: Report bugs or request features on GitHub
  • Professional Support: Enterprise support options available

Contributing

  • Development Setup: Contributor development environment
  • Code Standards: Coding guidelines and best practices
  • Testing: Running and writing tests
  • Pull Requests: Contributing code improvements

Choose the installation path that best fits your needs. Each section provides detailed, step-by-step instructions to help you successfully set up Smart Shelf.