Loomio is a free and open-source web application that helps groups make better decisions together.

  $ cd /dir/to/loomio/
  $ bundle install
  $ cp config/database.example.yml config/database.yml
  $ bundle exec rake db:create
  $ bundle exec rake db:schema:load
  $ bundle exec rake db:schema:load RAILS_ENV=test

First start your postgres server (if it's not already running). Consult postgres documentation if you're not sure how to do this.

Then start the Rails server:

  $ cd /dir/to/loomio/
  $ rails server

You can now see Loomio on your computer at http:localhost:3000

You'll need to create a Loomio user account on your machine that you can use to interact with the site. Right now, the only way to do this is through the Rails console:

  $ cd /dir/to/loomio/
  $ rails console

Once inside the console, run the following command to generate a user:

  > User.create(name: "Furry", email: "[email protected]", password: "password")

Now you should be able to visit http:localhost:3000 and login as the user above and start playing with the site.

You'll probably want to create several different users so that you can test the site out properly. (Try using separate browsers if you want to login with two users at the same time)

If you'd like to contribute to Loomio, get in touch with us! Just send an email to [email protected] and let us know who you are and how you're interested in helping. We are always looking for more people to hop on board and start contributing.

MIT License (MIT)

Copyright (c) 2012 Enspiral Foundation Limited

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