# Installation

## Installation

Install node.js and node.js package manager(npm) and execute this command

```
$ npm install -g @terra-money/houston
```

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 Houston builds on the latest stable node version(v12.18.3). Adjust node version if it cannot be installed on the device.
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Houston will gracefully setup a stable version of rust compiler and wasm target to develop smart contracts on Terra blockchain.
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Once you install it, run

```
$ houston
```