VPS Backups: Why “Everything Is in Git” Cannot Save Your Project

1. 1Run a backup of your database using a tool like pg_dump or mysqldump to ensure data integrity
2. 2Configure a version control system like Git to track code changes, but not as the sole backup method
3. 3Test a restore process from your backups to verify their completeness and accuracy
4. 4Apply a 3-2-1 backup strategy: 3 copies, 2 different storage types, 1 offsite copy
5. 5Compare different backup tools and services, such as VPS backups, to determine the best fit for your project

Developers and DevOps teams benefit from understanding the limitations of Git for backups and implementing complementary backup strategies to ensure project continuity

💡 Git is not a substitute for a comprehensive backup system, as it only tracks code changes and not other critical data

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