Subversion (SVN) is a tried-and-true version control system that has powered countless software development projects. When using SVN with SSH for secure access, customizing your configuration can simplify your workflow and improve security. In this guide, we’ll explore how to set up SVN over SSH with a custom port number and public key authentication, making your version control process more efficient.
Step 1: Editing the SVN Configuration File
Begin by editing the SVN configuration file, which is usually found at ~/.subversion/config. If the file doesn’t exist, you can create it. This configuration file is your key to tailoring SVN to your specific needs.
Step 2: Configuring SSH with Custom Details
To customize SSH for SVN, you’ll need to define SSH configuration details under the [tunnels] section in your configuration file. This section tells SVN how to use SSH for tunneling. Here’s an example:
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[tunnels]
foobar = /usr/bin/ssh -i /home/<user>/.ssh/<private_key> -p <port>
Step 3: Utilizing Your Custom Configuration
Now that you’ve set up your custom SSH configuration, you can use it to connect to your SVN repositories. The command format to access a repository with your custom SSH configuration is as follows:
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svn co svn+foobar://<user>@<domain.name>/path/to/repository
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