readonly·7 years ago·discuss- pick a relational database (ie: mysql or postgres)- learn how to backup the database (I suggest via the official documentation)- restore that backup (on a different environment)- validate the restore is complete (compare the data)- if the backup and restore are good, now you can start learning how to migrate without the stress that you'll lose historical data
readonly·7 years ago·discussI was able to access the full article by searching "Learning for a Living" on Google then clicking on the top stories link.
- learn how to backup the database (I suggest via the official documentation)
- restore that backup (on a different environment)
- validate the restore is complete (compare the data)
- if the backup and restore are good, now you can start learning how to migrate without the stress that you'll lose historical data