Complete LAMP Stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) Automated Server Setup

This automated n8n workflow enables the rapid setup of a complete LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) stack on a Linux server, executing the entire process in approximately 10 seconds. It configures the server, installs necessary components, and sets up a development user for seamless operation.

Fundamental Aspects

• Start - Initiates the workflow
• Set Parameters - Configures server parameters
• System Preparation - Prepares the system for LAMP installation
• Update System - Updates the system and installs essential packages
• Install Apache - Sets up the Apache web server
• Install MySQL - Installs MySQL and phpMyAdmin
• Install PHP & Extensions - Installs PHP with required extensions
• Install Development Tools - Adds development utilities
• Create Development User - Creates a dedicated user for development
• Final Setup & Configuration - Finalizes configurations
• Setup Completion - Provides a summary of the setup

Setup Instructions

• Import the workflow into n8n
• Configure parameters in the Set Parameters node
• Run the workflow
• Verify the LAMP stack setup on the server

Required Resources

• Linux server with SSH access
• Root-level administrative privileges

Features

• Install Database Server - Deploys MySQL with phpMyAdmin
• Configure Web Server - Sets up Apache for web hosting
• Install PHP - Includes PHP with essential extensions
• Create Development User - Establishes a user for development tasks

Parameters to Configure

• server_host: Your Linux server IP address
• server_user: SSH username (typically 'root')
• server_password: SSH password
• php_extensions: List of PHP extensions to install
• dev_tools: List of development tools to install
• username: Development username
• user_password: Password for the development user

Workflow Actions

• Install: Deploys the LAMP stack, configures Apache, MySQL, and PHP
• Create User: Sets up a development user with appropriate permissions
• Configure: Finalizes server settings and tool installations

The workflow automatically manages

• Ubuntu/Debian package installation
• Service startup and configuration
• Web server and database setup
• User and permission management
• Development tool integration

Update the parameters in the "Set Parameters" node with your server specifics and run the workflow!