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Mediawiki Setting Up Guide

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== <strong>MediaWiki Docker Setup Guide</strong> ==
<div style="font-size: 100%;">
This guide walks you through setting up MediaWiki using Docker and Dockhand. Follow the steps carefully, as specific paths are required for extensions and configuration to work correctly.

== Getting Started ==
Before proceeding, make sure you have access to a Linux server or local machine with sudo privileges.

== Installation Steps ==

'''1. Install Docker and Docker Compose'''

Ensure that Docker and Docker Compose are installed on your system. These tools are required to run MediaWiki and its supporting services in containers.

'''2. Set Up Dockhand'''

Dockhand provides a simple web-based interface for managing Docker stacks.

''Run the following command in your terminal:''

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
# Use matching paths with DATA_DIR
docker run -d \
--name dockhand \
-p 3000:3000 \
-v /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock \
-v /opt/dockhand:/opt/dockhand \
-e DATA_DIR=/opt/dockhand \
fnsys/dockhand:latest
</syntaxhighlight>

Once the container is running, open your browser and go to:

<syntaxhighlight lang="text" style="font-size: 85%;">
http://localhost:3000
</syntaxhighlight>

You should now see the Dockhand web interface.

'''3. Create the MediaWiki Stack Directory'''

Next, create a dedicated directory on the Docker host for your MediaWiki stack.

This location is important because it will store your configuration files and extensions.

Run the following commands:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo mkdir -p /opt/stacks/mediawiki
sudo mkdir -p /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
cd /opt/stacks/mediawiki
</syntaxhighlight>

'''4. Create the Docker Compose File'''

Inside the <code>/opt/stacks/mediawiki</code> directory, create a Docker Compose file:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
touch docker-compose.yml
</syntaxhighlight>

This file will later contain the service definitions for MediaWiki, the database, and related components.
</div>

'''5. Edit the Docker Compose Configuration'''

Now you'll configure the services that will run your MediaWiki installation.

Open the file for editing:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
nano docker-compose.yml
</syntaxhighlight>

Paste the following configuration into the file:

<syntaxhighlight lang="yaml" style="font-size: 85%;">
services:
mediawiki:
image: mediawiki
container_name: mediawiki
restart: always
ports:
- "${MEDIAWIKI_PORT}:80"
depends_on:
- database
volumes:
- 230912_images:/var/www/html/images
# EXTENSIONS: Mounts host folder to container
- /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions:/var/www/html/extensions
# CONFIG: Uncomment AFTER generating LocalSettings.php
# - /opt/stacks/mediawiki/LocalSettings.php:/var/www/html/LocalSettings.php:ro

database:
image: mariadb
container_name: mediawiki-db
restart: always
environment:
MYSQL_DATABASE: "${MYSQL_DATABASE}"
MYSQL_USER: "${MYSQL_USER}"
MYSQL_PASSWORD: "${MYSQL_PASSWORD}"
MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD: "${MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD}"
volumes:
- 230912_db:/var/lib/mysql

volumes:
230912_images:
230912_db:
</syntaxhighlight>

Save and exit (press <code>Ctrl + X</code>, then <code>Y</code>, then <code>Enter</code>).

'''6. Create the Environment Variables File'''

The <code>.env</code> file stores sensitive information like passwords and port numbers. This keeps them separate from your main configuration.

While still in the <code>/opt/stacks/mediawiki</code> directory, create the environment file:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo touch .env
</syntaxhighlight>

Open it for editing:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo nano .env
</syntaxhighlight>

Paste the following configuration:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
# MediaWiki
MEDIAWIKI_PORT=8595

# Database
DB_IMAGE=mariadb
DB_CONTAINER_NAME=mediawiki-db
MYSQL_DATABASE=my_wiki
MYSQL_USER=wikiuser
MYSQL_PASSWORD=your_secure_password
MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD=your_root_password
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' Change the password values to something secure. Make sure <code>DB_CONTAINER_NAME</code> matches the container name in <code>docker-compose.yml</code> (in this case: <code>mediawiki-db</code>).
</div>

Save and exit.

'''7. Start the MediaWiki Containers'''

With your configuration files ready, start the Docker containers:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker compose up -d
</syntaxhighlight>

The <code>-d</code> flag runs the containers in the background (detached mode).

== Initial MediaWiki Setup ==

'''8. Complete the Web Installation Wizard'''

Open your web browser and navigate to:

<syntaxhighlight lang="text" style="font-size: 85%;">
http://localhost:8595
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' If you're setting this up on a remote server, replace <code>localhost</code> with your server's IP address.
</div>

Follow the on-screen setup wizard. When you reach the '''Database Settings''' page, enter these values:

* '''Database host:''' <code>mediawiki-db</code>
* '''Database name:''' <code>my_wiki</code>
* '''Database username:''' <code>wikiuser</code>
* '''Database password:''' <code>your_secure_password</code>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' These values should match what you set in the <code>.env</code> file in Step 6.
</div>

Complete the remaining setup steps, then '''download the <code>LocalSettings.php</code> file''' to your computer when prompted.

'''9. Move LocalSettings.php to the Server'''

Copy the downloaded configuration file from your local machine to the MediaWiki directory on your server:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo cp ~/Downloads/LocalSettings.php /opt/stacks/mediawiki/
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' Adjust the path <code>~/Downloads/</code> if your file was saved to a different location.
</div>

== Configuring Extensions ==

'''10. Extract Default Extensions (The "Magic Command")'''

MediaWiki comes with built-in extensions that need to be extracted to your host directory.

'''Step A: Extract Extensions'''

Run this command to copy all default extensions from the container to your host:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker run --rm mediawiki tar -cC /var/www/html/extensions . | sudo tar -xC /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
</syntaxhighlight>

'''Step B: Fix File Permissions'''

Set the correct ownership and permissions so MediaWiki can use these extensions:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo chown -R 33:33 /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
sudo chmod -R 755 /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' User ID <code>33</code> is the web server user (www-data) inside the container.
</div>

'''Step C: Add External Extensions (Optional)'''

To add extensions not included by default, download them to the extensions folder. For example, to add the Mermaid diagram extension:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
cd /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
git clone https://github.com/SemanticMediaWiki/Mermaid.git Mermaid
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' Skip this step if you don't need the Mermaid extension or already have it installed.
</div>

== Activating LocalSettings.php ==

'''11. Enable the LocalSettings Mount'''

Now that <code>LocalSettings.php</code> exists on your server, you need to mount it into the container.

Open the Docker Compose file again:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
nano docker-compose.yml
</syntaxhighlight>

Find this commented line in the <code>mediawiki</code> service section:

<syntaxhighlight lang="yaml" style="font-size: 85%;">
# - /opt/stacks/mediawiki/LocalSettings.php:/var/www/html/LocalSettings.php:ro
</syntaxhighlight>

Remove the <code>#</code> to uncomment it:

<syntaxhighlight lang="yaml" style="font-size: 85%;">
- /opt/stacks/mediawiki/LocalSettings.php:/var/www/html/LocalSettings.php:ro
</syntaxhighlight>

Save and exit.

'''12. Customize LocalSettings.php'''

Open the LocalSettings file for editing:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo nano /opt/stacks/mediawiki/LocalSettings.php
</syntaxhighlight>

'''A. Set Your Custom Domain'''

Find the line that starts with <code>$wgServer</code> and update it with your actual domain or IP address:

<syntaxhighlight lang="php" style="font-size: 85%;">
$wgServer = "https://mediawiki.yourdomain.com";
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' Use <code>http://</code> if you haven't set up SSL/HTTPS yet. For local testing, use <code>http://localhost:8595</code>.
</div>

'''B. Add Permissions and Extensions'''

Scroll to the very bottom of the file and paste this configuration block:

<syntaxhighlight lang="php" style="font-size: 85%;">
/*-------------------------------------------
CUSTOM PERMISSIONS & EXTENSIONS
----------------------------------------- */

// 1. SECURITY: Prevent anonymous editing and account creation
$wgGroupPermissions['*']['edit'] = false;
$wgGroupPermissions['*']['createaccount'] = false;

// 2. BUNDLED EXTENSIONS
wfLoadExtension( 'WikiEditor' );
wfLoadExtension( 'VisualEditor' );
wfLoadExtension( 'CodeEditor' );
wfLoadExtension( 'SyntaxHighlight_GeSHi' ); # REQUIRED for Code Blocks
wfLoadExtension( 'Cite' );
wfLoadExtension( 'InputBox' );
wfLoadExtension( 'Scribunto' );
wfLoadExtension( 'AbuseFilter' );
wfLoadExtension( 'Gadgets' );
wfLoadExtension( 'ParserFunctions' );
// wfLoadExtension( 'Interwiki' ); # Moved to core in MediaWiki 1.44.0

// 3. EXTERNAL EXTENSIONS
wfLoadExtension( 'Mermaid' );

// 4. VISUALEDITOR CONFIGURATION
$wgDefaultUserOptions['visualeditor-enable'] = 1;
$wgVisualEditorParsoidForwardCookies = true;

// 5. LUA CONFIGURATION (Required for Scribunto)
$wgScribuntoDefaultEngine = 'luastandalone';

// 6. LOGIN SECURITY: Throttle login attempts
$wgRateLimits['user']['login'] = [ 5, 60 ]; // 5 attempts per minute
$wgRateLimits['ip']['login'] = [ 20, 300 ]; // 20 attempts per 5 minutes
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' The <code>Interwiki</code> extension is commented out because its functionality was moved to MediaWiki core in version 1.44.0. If you're using an older version, uncomment this line.
</div>

Save and exit.

== Finalizing the Installation ==

'''13. Update the Database Schema'''

After enabling extensions, update the MediaWiki database to recognize them:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker exec -it mediawiki php maintenance/update.php --quick
</syntaxhighlight>

'''14. Restart the Containers'''

Apply all changes by restarting the Docker containers:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker compose up -d
</syntaxhighlight>

== Verification ==

Your MediaWiki installation should now be fully functional. Visit your wiki in a web browser to verify:

<syntaxhighlight lang="text" style="font-size: 85%;">
https://mediawiki.yourdomain.com
</syntaxhighlight>

You should see your wiki homepage with all extensions activated.

== Troubleshooting ==

If you encounter issues:

* '''Check container logs:'''
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker compose logs -f
</syntaxhighlight>

* '''Restart containers:'''
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker compose restart
</syntaxhighlight>

* '''Verify file permissions:'''
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
ls -la /opt/stacks/mediawiki/
</syntaxhighlight>

Mediawiki Setting Up Guide

2026-02-09T01:33:36Z

CITAdmin:

== <strong>MediaWiki Docker Setup Guide</strong> ==
<div style="font-size: 100%;">
This guide walks you through setting up MediaWiki using Docker and Dockhand. Follow the steps carefully, as specific paths are required for extensions and configuration to work correctly.

== Getting Started ==
Before proceeding, make sure you have access to a Linux server or local machine with sudo privileges.

== Installation Steps ==

'''1. Install Docker and Docker Compose'''

Ensure that Docker and Docker Compose are installed on your system. These tools are required to run MediaWiki and its supporting services in containers.

'''2. Set Up Dockhand'''

Dockhand provides a simple web-based interface for managing Docker stacks.

''Run the following command in your terminal:''

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
# Use matching paths with DATA_DIR
docker run -d \
--name dockhand \
-p 3000:3000 \
-v /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock \
-v /opt/dockhand:/opt/dockhand \
-e DATA_DIR=/opt/dockhand \
fnsys/dockhand:latest
</syntaxhighlight>

Once the container is running, open your browser and go to:

<syntaxhighlight lang="text" style="font-size: 85%;">
http://localhost:3000
</syntaxhighlight>

You should now see the Dockhand web interface.

'''3. Create the MediaWiki Stack Directory'''

Next, create a dedicated directory on the Docker host for your MediaWiki stack.

This location is important because it will store your configuration files and extensions.

Run the following commands:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo mkdir -p /opt/stacks/mediawiki
sudo mkdir -p /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
cd /opt/stacks/mediawiki
</syntaxhighlight>

'''4. Create the Docker Compose File'''

Inside the <code>/opt/stacks/mediawiki</code> directory, create a Docker Compose file:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
touch docker-compose.yml
</syntaxhighlight>

This file will later contain the service definitions for MediaWiki, the database, and related components.
</div>

'''5. Edit the Docker Compose Configuration'''

Now you'll configure the services that will run your MediaWiki installation.

Open the file for editing:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
nano docker-compose.yml
</syntaxhighlight>

Paste the following configuration into the file:

<syntaxhighlight lang="yaml" style="font-size: 85%;">
services:
mediawiki:
image: mediawiki
container_name: mediawiki
restart: always
ports:
- "${MEDIAWIKI_PORT}:80"
depends_on:
- database
volumes:
- 230912_images:/var/www/html/images
# EXTENSIONS: Mounts host folder to container
- /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions:/var/www/html/extensions
# CONFIG: Uncomment AFTER generating LocalSettings.php
# - /opt/stacks/mediawiki/LocalSettings.php:/var/www/html/LocalSettings.php:ro

database:
image: mariadb
container_name: mediawiki-db
restart: always
environment:
MYSQL_DATABASE: "${MYSQL_DATABASE}"
MYSQL_USER: "${MYSQL_USER}"
MYSQL_PASSWORD: "${MYSQL_PASSWORD}"
MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD: "${MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD}"
volumes:
- 230912_db:/var/lib/mysql

volumes:
230912_images:
230912_db:
</syntaxhighlight>

Save and exit (press <code>Ctrl + X</code>, then <code>Y</code>, then <code>Enter</code>).

'''6. Create the Environment Variables File'''

The <code>.env</code> file stores sensitive information like passwords and port numbers. This keeps them separate from your main configuration.

While still in the <code>/opt/stacks/mediawiki</code> directory, create the environment file:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo touch .env
</syntaxhighlight>

Open it for editing:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo nano .env
</syntaxhighlight>

Paste the following configuration:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
# MediaWiki
MEDIAWIKI_PORT=8595

# Database
DB_IMAGE=mariadb
DB_CONTAINER_NAME=mediawiki-db
MYSQL_DATABASE=my_wiki
MYSQL_USER=wikiuser
MYSQL_PASSWORD=your_secure_password
MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD=your_root_password
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' Change the password values to something secure. Make sure <code>DB_CONTAINER_NAME</code> matches the container name in <code>docker-compose.yml</code> (in this case: <code>mediawiki-db</code>).
</div>

Save and exit.

'''7. Start the MediaWiki Containers'''

With your configuration files ready, start the Docker containers:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker compose up -d
</syntaxhighlight>

The <code>-d</code> flag runs the containers in the background (detached mode).

== Initial MediaWiki Setup ==

'''8. Complete the Web Installation Wizard'''

Open your web browser and navigate to:

<syntaxhighlight lang="text" style="font-size: 85%;">
http://localhost:8595
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' If you're setting this up on a remote server, replace <code>localhost</code> with your server's IP address.
</div>

Follow the on-screen setup wizard. When you reach the '''Database Settings''' page, enter these values:

* '''Database host:''' <code>mediawiki-db</code>
* '''Database name:''' <code>my_wiki</code>
* '''Database username:''' <code>wikiuser</code>
* '''Database password:''' <code>your_secure_password</code>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' These values should match what you set in the <code>.env</code> file in Step 6.
</div>

Complete the remaining setup steps, then '''download the <code>LocalSettings.php</code> file''' to your computer when prompted.

'''9. Move LocalSettings.php to the Server'''

Copy the downloaded configuration file from your local machine to the MediaWiki directory on your server:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo cp ~/Downloads/LocalSettings.php /opt/stacks/mediawiki/
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' Adjust the path <code>~/Downloads/</code> if your file was saved to a different location.
</div>

== Configuring Extensions ==

'''10. Extract Default Extensions (The "Magic Command")'''

MediaWiki comes with built-in extensions that need to be extracted to your host directory.

'''Step A: Extract Extensions'''

Run this command to copy all default extensions from the container to your host:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker run --rm mediawiki tar -cC /var/www/html/extensions . | sudo tar -xC /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
</syntaxhighlight>

'''Step B: Fix File Permissions'''

Set the correct ownership and permissions so MediaWiki can use these extensions:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo chown -R 33:33 /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
sudo chmod -R 755 /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' User ID <code>33</code> is the web server user (www-data) inside the container.
</div>

'''Step C: Add External Extensions (Optional)'''

To add extensions not included by default, download them to the extensions folder. For example, to add the Mermaid diagram extension:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
cd /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions
git clone https://github.com/SemanticMediaWiki/Mermaid.git Mermaid
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' Skip this step if you don't need the Mermaid extension or already have it installed.
</div>

== Activating LocalSettings.php ==

'''11. Enable the LocalSettings Mount'''

Now that <code>LocalSettings.php</code> exists on your server, you need to mount it into the container.

Open the Docker Compose file again:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
nano docker-compose.yml
</syntaxhighlight>

Find this commented line in the <code>mediawiki</code> service section:

<syntaxhighlight lang="yaml" style="font-size: 85%;">
# - /opt/stacks/mediawiki/LocalSettings.php:/var/www/html/LocalSettings.php:ro
</syntaxhighlight>

Remove the <code>#</code> to uncomment it:

<syntaxhighlight lang="yaml" style="font-size: 85%;">
- /opt/stacks/mediawiki/LocalSettings.php:/var/www/html/LocalSettings.php:ro
</syntaxhighlight>

Save and exit.

'''12. Customize LocalSettings.php'''

Open the LocalSettings file for editing:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
sudo nano /opt/stacks/mediawiki/LocalSettings.php
</syntaxhighlight>

'''A. Set Your Custom Domain'''

Find the line that starts with <code>$wgServer</code> and update it with your actual domain or IP address:

<syntaxhighlight lang="php" style="font-size: 85%;">
$wgServer = "https://mediawiki.yourdomain.com";
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' Use <code>http://</code> if you haven't set up SSL/HTTPS yet. For local testing, use <code>http://localhost:8595</code>.
</div>

'''B. Add Permissions and Extensions'''

Scroll to the very bottom of the file and paste this configuration block:

<syntaxhighlight lang="php" style="font-size: 85%;">
/*-------------------------------------------
CUSTOM PERMISSIONS & EXTENSIONS
----------------------------------------- */

// 1. SECURITY: Prevent anonymous editing and account creation
$wgGroupPermissions['*']['edit'] = false;
$wgGroupPermissions['*']['createaccount'] = false;

// 2. BUNDLED EXTENSIONS
wfLoadExtension( 'WikiEditor' );
wfLoadExtension( 'VisualEditor' );
wfLoadExtension( 'CodeEditor' );
wfLoadExtension( 'SyntaxHighlight_GeSHi' ); # REQUIRED for Code Blocks
wfLoadExtension( 'Cite' );
wfLoadExtension( 'InputBox' );
wfLoadExtension( 'Scribunto' );
wfLoadExtension( 'AbuseFilter' );
wfLoadExtension( 'Gadgets' );
wfLoadExtension( 'ParserFunctions' );
// wfLoadExtension( 'Interwiki' ); # Moved to core in MediaWiki 1.44.0

// 3. EXTERNAL EXTENSIONS
wfLoadExtension( 'Mermaid' );

// 4. VISUALEDITOR CONFIGURATION
$wgDefaultUserOptions['visualeditor-enable'] = 1;
$wgVisualEditorParsoidForwardCookies = true;

// 5. LUA CONFIGURATION (Required for Scribunto)
$wgScribuntoDefaultEngine = 'luastandalone';

// 6. LOGIN SECURITY: Throttle login attempts
$wgRateLimits['user']['login'] = [ 5, 60 ]; // 5 attempts per minute
$wgRateLimits['ip']['login'] = [ 20, 300 ]; // 20 attempts per 5 minutes
</syntaxhighlight>

<div style="background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0; font-size: 90%;">
'''Note:''' The <code>Interwiki</code> extension is commented out because its functionality was moved to MediaWiki core in version 1.44.0. If you're using an older version, uncomment this line.
</div>

Save and exit.

== Finalizing the Installation ==

'''13. Update the Database Schema'''

After enabling extensions, update the MediaWiki database to recognize them:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker exec -it mediawiki php maintenance/update.php --quick
</syntaxhighlight>

'''14. Restart the Containers'''

Apply all changes by restarting the Docker containers:

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker compose up -d
</syntaxhighlight>

== Verification ==

Your MediaWiki installation should now be fully functional. Visit your wiki in a web browser to verify:

<syntaxhighlight lang="text" style="font-size: 85%;">
http://localhost:8595
</syntaxhighlight>

You should see your wiki homepage with all extensions activated.

== Troubleshooting ==

If you encounter issues:

* '''Check container logs:'''
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker compose logs -f
</syntaxhighlight>

* '''Restart containers:'''
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
docker compose restart
</syntaxhighlight>

* '''Verify file permissions:'''
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" style="font-size: 85%;">
ls -la /opt/stacks/mediawiki/
</syntaxhighlight>

Mediawiki Setting Up Guide

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CITAdmin: /* Installation Steps */

Mediawiki Setting Up Guide

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CITAdmin:

Mediawiki Setting Up Guide

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CITAdmin:

== <strong>MediaWiki Docker Setup Guide</strong> ==

This guide walks you through setting up MediaWiki using Docker and Dockhand. Follow the steps below carefully, as some paths are required for extensions and configuration to work correctly.

== Getting Started ==
Before proceeding, make sure you have access to a Linux server or local machine with sudo privileges.

== Installation Steps ==

<strong>1. Install Docker and Docker Compose</strong>

Ensure that Docker and Docker Compose are installed on your system. These tools are required to run MediaWiki and its supporting services in containers.

<strong>2. Set Up Dockhand</strong>

Dockhand provides a simple web interface for managing Docker stacks.

Run the following command in your terminal:

<pre> # Use matching paths with DATA_DIR docker run -d \ --name dockhand \ -p 3000:3000 \ -v /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock \ -v /opt/dockhand:/opt/dockhand \ -e DATA_DIR=/opt/dockhand \ fnsys/dockhand:latest </pre>

Once the container is running, open your browser and go to:

<pre> http://localhost:3000 </pre>

You should now see the Dockhand web interface.

<strong>3. Create the MediaWiki Stack Directory</strong>

Next, create a dedicated directory on the Docker host for your MediaWiki stack.
This location is important because it will store your configuration files and extensions.

Run the following commands:

<pre> sudo mkdir -p /opt/stacks/mediawiki sudo mkdir -p /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions cd /opt/stacks/mediawiki </pre>

<strong>4. Create the Docker Compose File</strong>

Inside the /opt/stacks/mediawiki directory, create a Docker Compose file:

<pre> touch docker-compose.yml </pre>

This file will later contain the service definitions for MediaWiki, the database, and related components.

== Need Help? ==

* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
* [https://lists.wikimedia.org/postorius/lists/mediawiki-announce.lists.wikimedia.org/ MediaWiki release mailing list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Localisation#Translation_resources Localise MediaWiki for your language]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Combating_spam Learn how to combat spam on your wiki]

Mediawiki Setting Up Guide

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CITAdmin: Created page with "<strong>MediaWiki Docker Setup Guide</strong> This guide walks you through setting up MediaWiki using Docker and Dockhand. Follow the steps below carefully, as some paths are required for extensions and configuration to work correctly. == Getting Started == Before proceeding, make sure you have access to a Linux server or local machine with sudo privileges. == Installation Steps == === 1. Install Docker and Docker Compose === Ensure that Docker and Docker Compose are..."

<strong>MediaWiki Docker Setup Guide</strong>

This guide walks you through setting up MediaWiki using Docker and Dockhand. Follow the steps below carefully, as some paths are required for extensions and configuration to work correctly.

== Getting Started ==
Before proceeding, make sure you have access to a Linux server or local machine with sudo privileges.

== Installation Steps ==

=== 1. Install Docker and Docker Compose ===
Ensure that Docker and Docker Compose are installed on your system. These tools are required to run MediaWiki and its supporting services in containers.

=== 2. Set Up Dockhand ===
Dockhand provides a simple web interface for managing Docker stacks.

Run the following command in your terminal:

<pre> # Use matching paths with DATA_DIR docker run -d \ --name dockhand \ -p 3000:3000 \ -v /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock \ -v /opt/dockhand:/opt/dockhand \ -e DATA_DIR=/opt/dockhand \ fnsys/dockhand:latest </pre>

Once the container is running, open your browser and go to:

<pre> http://localhost:3000 </pre>

You should now see the Dockhand web interface.

=== 3. Create the MediaWiki Stack Directory ===
Next, create a dedicated directory on the Docker host for your MediaWiki stack.
This location is important because it will store your configuration files and extensions.

Run the following commands:

<pre> sudo mkdir -p /opt/stacks/mediawiki sudo mkdir -p /opt/stacks/mediawiki/extensions cd /opt/stacks/mediawiki </pre>

=== 4. Create the Docker Compose File ===
Inside the /opt/stacks/mediawiki directory, create a Docker Compose file:

<pre> touch docker-compose.yml </pre>

This file will later contain the service definitions for MediaWiki, the database, and related components.

== Need Help? ==

* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
* [https://lists.wikimedia.org/postorius/lists/mediawiki-announce.lists.wikimedia.org/ MediaWiki release mailing list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Localisation#Translation_resources Localise MediaWiki for your language]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Combating_spam Learn how to combat spam on your wiki]

Main Page

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CITAdmin:

<strong>MediaWiki has been installed.</strong>

Consult the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Help:Contents User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.

== Getting Started ==
* [[Mediawiki Setting Up Guide]]

== Need Help? ==
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
* [https://lists.wikimedia.org/postorius/lists/mediawiki-announce.lists.wikimedia.org/ MediaWiki release mailing list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Localisation#Translation_resources Localise MediaWiki for your language]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Combating_spam Learn how to combat spam on your wiki]

Main Page

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CITAdmin:

<strong>MediaWiki has been installed.</strong>

Consult the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Help:Contents User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.

== test ==
# [[test page 1]]
# [[docx]]

== Getting started ==
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
* [https://lists.wikimedia.org/postorius/lists/mediawiki-announce.lists.wikimedia.org/ MediaWiki release mailing list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Localisation#Translation_resources Localise MediaWiki for your language]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Combating_spam Learn how to combat spam on your wiki]

Main Page

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CITAdmin:

<strong>MediaWiki has been installed.</strong>

Consult the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Help:Contents User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.

== test ==
# [[test page 1]]

== Getting started ==
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
* [https://lists.wikimedia.org/postorius/lists/mediawiki-announce.lists.wikimedia.org/ MediaWiki release mailing list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Localisation#Translation_resources Localise MediaWiki for your language]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Combating_spam Learn how to combat spam on your wiki]