How To Import A Copy of An Existing GitLab project

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Problem scenario:  You want to copy a GitLab project from one instance of GitLab to a new instance of GitLab.  The Git repository you want to copy to a new GitLab server is not presented via the git://, http://, nor https:// protocols.    

Prerequisites:  You have root access to the back end of the server with the GitLab.

Method of Solution:
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How To Enter the Web UI of Gitlab CE without Setting Up Its Backend Email

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Problem scenario:  When you bring up the web UI for GitLab CE (Community Edition) for the first time, you are prompted to enter a new password twice.  This password will be for the admin@example.com username.  If someone else set it up and failed to provide you with the username, and the back end email has not been configured, follow these directions.
Prerequisite:  You must have root access.

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