Automating MySQL Backups on Ubuntu Systems
Creating Backup Directories
Begin by establishing a dedicated directory for backups:
mkdir -p /home/apps/backup/mysqllive
Securing Database Credentials
For enhanced security, store database credentials in a configuration file instead of embedding them in scripts.
Create and edit the MySQL dump configuration file:
sudo vim /etc/mysql/conf.d/mys ...
Posted on Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:54:06 +0000 by FireDrake
Parallel Logical Backup and Restore Strategies for MySQL using MyDumper
Traditional MySQL backup utilities like mysqldump operate using a single-threaded model, processing tables sequentially. This limitation often results in extended backup windows for large datasets. To address this, mydumper was developed as a multi-threaded logical backup tool. It allows for concurrent data extraction from tables and simultaneo ...
Posted on Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:21:01 +0000 by riginosz
Confluence Installation and Backup Recovery on Linux
Prerequisites
Before installing Confluence, ensure the following components are ready on your server:
Java Development Kit (JDK) 8 or later
MySQL 5.7+ or another supported database
JDK Setup
# Extract JDK archive to /opt/java
cd /opt
tar xzf jdk-8u231-linux-x64.tar.gz
# Set environment variables in /etc/profile
export JAVA_HOME=/opt/java/jdk ...
Posted on Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:12:39 +0000 by gtal3x
GitLab Backup and Restoration Guide
Automtaed GitLab Backups Using Cron
To automate GitLab backups, you can use cron jobs to execute backup scripts at scheduled intervals.
Schedule a Daily Backup
Edit the crontab file:
crontab -e
Add the following line to run a backup script daily at 2 AM:
0 2 * * * /opt/scripts/gitlab_backup.sh
Backup Script Content
The script should include c ...
Posted on Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:18:25 +0000 by carleyvibe
Installing and Using MyDumper for MySQL Logical Backups
Installation Dependencies
dnf install -y cmake gcc gcc-c++ git make
Downloading and Installing MyDumper
wget https://github.com/mydumper/mydumper/releases/download/v0.14.1-1/mydumper-0.14.1-1.el9.x86_64.rpm
dnf install mydumper-0.14.1-1.el9.x86_64.rpm -y
MyDumper Configuration Options
mydumper --help
Displays comprehensive options for con ...
Posted on Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:13:28 +0000 by peppino
Oracle RMAN Backup and Recovery Fundamentals
Overview of RMAN
RMAN (Recovery Manager) performs physical backups and supports point-in-time recovery. It operates in two database modes:
Archivelog mode: Allows both offfline (cold) and online (hot) backups.
Noarchivelog mode: Only offline backups are permitted.
Using RMAN
Connect to the target database from the server:
rman target /
# or w ...
Posted on Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:02:46 +0000 by AKalair
MySQL Backup Techniques Using mysqldump and SELECT INTO OUTFILE
Backup Tools
The mysqldump utility can be used on both the client and server sides.
The SELECT INTO OUTFILE command is limited to writing data directly to the server side.
Backup by Table
a. Backing up a single table
mysqldump -uusername -p database table1 >tableback.sql
mysql> select * into outfile 'D:/someBookes/mysql/pracitce/mysql_ ...
Posted on Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:53:52 +0000 by phatgreenbuds
Elasticsearch Snapshot Backup Automation on Windows
Configuring Backup Repository
Navigate to the elasticsearch-6.2.2\config directory and modify the elasticsearch.yml configuration file. Add the following line at the end to specify the backup storage path:
path.repo: ["D:/backup_storage/elastic_backup"]
Create the designated folder at the specified location if it doesn't exist.
Crea ...
Posted on Thu, 14 May 2026 06:13:05 +0000 by Vidya_tr
Mastering Rsync for Efficient Data Synchronization
Mastering Rsync for Efficient Data Synchronization
Introduction to Rsync
Rsync is a powerful open-source utility designed for rapid, versatile file synchronization between systems. It excels at performing both full and incremental data transfers across local and remote systems, supporting multiple platforms including Unix, Linux, and Windows. ...
Posted on Mon, 11 May 2026 06:24:36 +0000 by Ramtree
Implementing S3 Backup and Restore in Easysearch
Easysearch includes native support for S3 storage, enabling users to create and restore snapshots directly to Amazon S3-compatible services without installing external plugins. This integration streamlines the backup and migration workflow for data managed within the cluster.
Prerequisite: Object Storage Setup
A compatible S3 service is require ...
Posted on Fri, 08 May 2026 13:14:46 +0000 by Naithin